Museum of Work & Culture Celebrates Jewish History of Woonsocket
Wednesday, May 24th at 5pm
The Museum of Work & Culture, 42 S. Main St., Woonsocket, R.I.
Museum of Work & Culture Unveils New Exhibition, Collaboration with Woonsocket’s Jewish Community
MISHPAKHA
(WOONSOCKET, R.I.) – The Rhode Island Historical Society invites the press to the opening reception for the Museum of Work & Culture’s latest exhibition Mishpakha: Jewish History of Woonsocket.
Join us as we gather with former and current members of Woonsocket’s Jewish community on Wednesday, May 24 at 5pm to debut Mishpakha, which celebrates local narratives of worship, entrepreneurship, and social life in Woonsocket’s Jewish community.
Beginning in the 1860s with the arrival of Woonsocket’s first recorded Jewish resident, the city became a hub for Jewish immigrants in Northern Rhode Island. At its peak, Woonsocket boasted a thriving Jewish population of over 200 families–a tight-knit group that was a crucial thread in the fabric of the bustling textile city.
Mishpakha: Jewish History of Woonsocket provides visitors of all ages opportunities to learn about Jewish culture and traditions. Guests will be invited to ask questions, enjoy a diverse range of Jewish children’s books, participate in Jewish arts and crafts, and respond via words and images to thought-provoking prompts, all while discovering the rich history of this vital community.
Mishpacha is a project of the Memorial Foundation for Jewish Culture.
Mishpacha on-line
Museum of Work & Culture Celebrates Jewish History of Woonsocket
Wednesday, May 24th at 5pm
The Museum of Work & Culture, 42 S. Main St., Woonsocket, R.I.
About the Rhode Island Historical Society
The Rhode Island Historical Society, the state’s oldest and only statewide historical organization, is dedicated to honoring, interpreting and sharing Rhode Island’s past to enrich the present and inspire the future. Founded in 1822, the RIHS is an advocate for history as a means to develop empathy and 21st -century skills, using its historical materials and knowledge to explore topics of timeless relevance and public interest.
As a Smithsonian Affiliate, it is dedicated to providing high-quality, accessible public programming and educational opportunities for all Rhode Islanders through its four sites: the John Brown House Museum, the Museum of Work & Culture, the Mary Elizabeth Robinson Research Center and the Aldrich House.
The headquarters of the Rhode Island Historical Society are located at 110 Benevolent St., Providence, RI 02906. Information: (401) 331-8575. Website: rihs.org.
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