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Ten Categories of LGBTQ+ Jewish Figures in DC History
Washington, DC has long been a hub of activism, art, and identity—and LGBTQ+ Jewish individuals have played a vital role… (Read more)
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Gallery photo featuring a large-scale photo mural of the capitol building and a selection of protest signs from the Collection.
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FAQs for LGBTJews in the Federal City
Why do this exhibition? The Capital Jewish Museum is committed to exploring the culturally rich and diverse stories of Jewish… (Read more)
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Recommended Reading for LGBTJews in the Federal City
For those interested in learning more about the LGBTQ+ and Jewish LGBTQ+ experiences, we offer the following list of books… (Read more)
Warren Bernard and Lauren Hoffman, in the Museum's archive, January 2025.
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Introducing DC’s Community of Comics, Cartoons, and Graphic Novels
BAM! POW! WORLDS COLLIDE! I’m the self-professed comics nerd and Jewish museum professional who was tasked with adapting an exhibition… (Read more)
Naomi Biron and co-workers in offices of legal section of Federal Register, 1947. Lillian and Albert Small Capital Jewish Museum. Gift of Naomi Biron Cohen.
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Doing the Work of the Nation
The future of the US Civil Service has been in the news a lot lately. But beyond the headlines, who… (Read more)
President Carter lights a menorah in Lafayette Square across from the White House, December. 17, 1979. Lillian and Albert Small Capital Jewish Museum Collection. Gift of the Washington Jewish Week.
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Jimmy Carter and a National Menorah
In honor of President Carter (Oct 1, 1924–Dec 29, 2024)—may his memory be a blessing—we share a story from the… (Read more)
Black and white photograph of the interior of the historic synagogue building before restoration, 1969-73. Lillian and Albert Small Capital Jewish Museum Collection.
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Restoring Sacred Spaces
On December 8th, five years since the devastating fire overtook the 12th-century cathedral in April 2019, visitors and residents in… (Read more)
Bertha Feldman Spector (daughter), Dr. Frank Feldman (son), Samual Feldman (father), Fred Feldman (son) inside Reservoir Market at 1942 First Street, NW, May 6, 1937. Lillian and Albert Small Capital Jewish Museum Collection. Gift of Frank Feldman
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Searching Through History for Closure
Just a few weeks ago, a staff member at the Lillian and Albert Small Capital Jewish Museum received a call… (Read more)
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Pop Quiz: The Year in Review
Think you know the Capital Jewish Museum? Test your knowledge for the chance to win an exclusive CJM swag bag!… (Read more)
Copy of original Polaroid Taken after shooting scenes for Change of Habit in Glassman's Market. Spring 1969. Photographer - Merrill Bonar, owner Glassman's Market.
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Pop Culture and the Jewish Deli
Elvis. Guns n’ Roses. Harpo. Harry & Sally. Visit “I’ll Have What She’s Having”: The Jewish Deli before it closes… (Read more)