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30 May 2021 ISRAEL & THE JEWISH WORLD

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Jewish People in Tel Aviv opens to the public

el Aviv, Israel, March 10, 2021 museum is open with enhanced health rience is conceived as a journey from Jewish people from all corners of
– The newly expanded and re- and safety protocols in place. the top floor (reflection of Jewish iden- the world and from biblical times
Timagined ANU - Museum of the “Every nation deserves a place that tity and culture today) and working through the establishment of the
Jewish People opened today, becoming tells its story and makes people proud your way down to the first floor (the State of Israel to the present; a
the world’s only museum dedicated to of who they are and their heritage and foundations of Judaism). central, interactive map of Jewish
celebrating and exploring the diverse roots,” said Irina Nevzlin, Museum ‹ The Mosaic – Modern Jewish migrations and journeys across
experiences, collective accomplish- Board Chair and President of Nadav Identity and Culture Wing (third the world; the evolution of Jewish
ments and boundless spirit of the Jew- Foundation. “It is a privilege to realize floor): The largest of the three faith, thought and creativity.
ish people, told from all perspectives, the transformation of this institution, floors, this vast, open wing is ded- ‹ The Foundations – A Common
from biblical times to today. Capping which now becomes the largest and icated to the vibrant and rich life Core, A Universal Message Wing
a transformational, decade-long, $100 most comprehensive Jewish (first floor): This wing explores
million expansion that triples its gal- museum in the world. The the conceptual foundations of Jew-
lery space to 72,000 square feet, the museum will serve as a bea- ish existence, whether uniquely
renewed museum features four wings con of Jewish identity and Jewish or commonly universal.
spanning three floors. Formerly known culture, celebrating our This includes Jewish practice, be-
as Beit Hatfutsot, the museum embarks unique history and future. liefs and traditions, and the Bible ANU - Museum of the Jewish People - Second Floor
on this next chapter with a new name We’re grateful for the incred- and its influence on world culture,
and brand identity by adding “ANU” ible support that has helped especially as it relates to concepts
– Hebrew for “we” or “us” – which make this museum rebirth of justice and liberty.
embraces and reflects the diversity, nu- possible.” On view throughout the exhibition
ances, collective spirit and celebration “It’s never been more im- is an exciting and diverse collection of
of the entirety of Jewish peoplehood. portant to underscore what new, meaningful and historically sig-
ANU - Museum of the Jewish binds us together as a peo- ANU - Museum of the Jewish People - Third Floor nificant artifacts and dynamic artwork,
People will guide visitors of all faiths, ple: our history, culture, values and a of the Jewish people today, the ranging from ancient to modern times.
backgrounds and ages on an inspiring sense of belonging,” said Dan Tadmor, diverse forms of Jewish culture in They include a Shaddai amulet
and enlightening journey of discovery CEO of the Museum. “Our reinvigo- modern times, and the myriad con- recovered from inside the wall of an
to recognize and embrace their unique rated museum represents what can be tribution Jews have made to global Italian home after World War II, a 15
th
part in the Jewish story. The museum’s achieved through patience, persever- civilization and culture. Featuring century Sephardic “Book of Esther”
centerpiece is a comprehensive new ance and passion. From rich history a Jewish Hall of Fame, the gallery scroll, and Joseph Bentolila’s letter of
core exhibition featuring historic and illuminated through unique artifacts, showcases Jewish achievement rights issued by Napoleon III. More
modern artifacts, images, specially to engaging interactive and immersive and impact in areas such as dance, contemporary new artifacts include
produced films, multimedia displays, experiences, ANU is a mosaic of to- theater, film, TV, music, humor, lit- Leonard Cohen’s guitar that he played
state-of-the-art multi-sensory stations day’s diverse Jewish identity. We are erature, languages and modern art. during his final Israel concert in 2009,
and immersive spaces, as well as origi- excited to open our doors for all to vis- ‹ The Journey – The Jewish Sto- pro baseball catcher-turned World War
nal and newly commissioned artworks it, discover and be inspired.” ry Through Time Wing (second II spy Moe Berg’s game-worn chest
to illuminate the 4,000-plus-year his- A re-imagined and enhanced floor): This floor is devoted to protector, and Nobel Prize-winning
tory of the Jewish people in a fresh, museum experience the full narrative of global Jewry, Yiddish writer Isaac Bashevis Singer’s
contemporary context. The redesigned The new museum’s cornerstone expe- tracing the roots and history of the continued on next page

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