Andrea U.
10/8/2025
A small & new museum in the warehouse district of New Orleans the touches on Jews in the south. We were taken from the 1600's to the present. There were many movies, artifacts, and photographs...
Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience
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818 Howard Ave
New Orleans, LA 70113
The Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience explores the many ways that Jews in the American South influenced and were influenced by the distinct cultural heritage of their new homes. Through exhibits, collections and programs focused on the unique and remarkable history of Southern Jews, the Museum encourages new understanding and appreciation for identity, diversity, and acceptance.
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Eric B.
3/4/2024
When visiting a new City, I often seek out a local Jewish Museum (or Deli) as I'm drawn to our multi-faceted culture/religion and the associated history. Before visiting NOLA, my last experience...
Steven T.
6/22/2023
Time very well spent. This is a beautiful telling of the experience of the Jews of the southern states from 16th century to the present. Covers the highs and lows of the experience as well as...
John B.
3/23/2023
This is a relatively new museum as of this writing. I'm well-versed in diverse museums, including several Jewish ones, but the idea of a Southern Jewish museum was novel to me. Apparently, the...
Charles S.
12/27/2023
Fun museum. You don't have to be Jewish to find it interesting. SJE doesn't try to be comprehensive. If you're looking for a no-stone-left-unturned museum go up the street to the WW2 museum....
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