A place like no other near Philadelphia in Pennsylvania
The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History is dedicated to inspiring individuals from all walks of life to value and understand the rich diversity of the American Jewish heritage. Spanning three floors, the museum takes you on a journey through three centuries, starting from 1654. It houses over 30,000 artifacts that vividly depict various aspects of Jewish life in America, such as immigration, worship, hard work, community, and family. One of the most beloved exhibits is the “Only in America Gallery/Hall of Fame,” which pays tribute to nearly twenty well-known Jewish Americans, including Leonard Bernstein, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Estee Lauder, and Steven Spielberg.
This museum comes highly recommended by recent visitors. They describe the exhibits as fascinating and extensive.