On April 20, 2006, President George W. Bush proclaimed that May would be Jewish American Heritage Month. From science and art to social justice and community leadership, Jewish Americans have made a big impact on the United States. This month is about learning more, honoring their contributions, and appreciating the important role they play in our country’s story.
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This Jewish Heritage Month, explore films that highlight Jewish culture, history, and the contributions of Jewish communities around the world. From documentaries to narratives, these titles offer engaging ways to learn, reflect, and celebrate Jewish heritage. Honor the past, celebrate the present, and explore stories that matter. Kanopy’s Jewish Heritage Month collection is your gateway to films that highlight Jewish history, culture, and identity. Watch now: kanopy.com/category/84757, opens a new window.
Learn More
- How to Celebrate JAHM in May | Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Washington - Find suggestions and recommended activities to celebrate and honor Jewish American Heritage.
- Jewish American Heritage Month - Official website hosted by The Library of Congress, National Archives and Records Administration, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service and United States Holocaust Memorial Museum.
- Jewish American Heritage Month | National Archives - Explore videos, primary documents, biographies and more about Jewish American history and culture.
- Jewish American Heritage Month | Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History - View interactive media, reading lists and a toolkit for educators.
- Jewish Americans | Gale Encyclopedia of Multicultural America - Read this detailed encyclopedia entry about the history, culture, language and contributions of Jews in America.
- Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History - Explore virtual tours and online exhibitions, examine artifacts and stories, attend fun and inspiring events, access family activities, and take a deep dive into nearly four centuries of American Jewish history.
