Jewish Historical Society of Greater Washington

We are the region's foremost destination and source for American Jewish history. We engage and inspire adults and children through our exhibitions, landmark historic synagogue, public programs, and educational initiatives. We collect, preserve, and share material culture that documents the story of the Jewish community in the Washington, D.C., region as a lens through which broader national and international history may be explored.

The Lillian & Albert Small Jewish Museum is closed as the Society prepares for the next step in our journey- the design and building of a museum for Washington's regional Jewish history. The Jewish Historical Society is still open. Please visit our website to learn more about plans for the future and walking tours and other programming during this transition period.