… later historical periods illuminating early Jewish life  The Project Americana collection, encompassing items that document the everyday life during the over three centuries of American Jewish life  Books, documents, and papers … became this city's first Jewish museum. It served a primarily Jewish and largely academic audience until it reopened in 1996 as the central component of the new Skirball Cultural Center in …

… relationship between technology and religious observance that is based on entanglement and adaptation, rather than antagonism or replacement.   As the winning entry in this nationwide competition, Bach has received the prize of $5,000 and recognition in the Skirball's  Oasis … of “black vernacular technological creativity,” Rayvon Fouché argues that traditional studies of technology are limited by “systematic disregard for technological activities that are …

… of the cherished family traditions I hold dear. It was heartwarming to see how Skirball has become an integral part of other families' celebrations, enriching their traditions just as it … in their work. A:  Susy Rosales, our CEO's Executive Assistant, is exceptional. She embodies our six essential values with her kindness, patience, and unparalleled attention to detail. … curious! About Skirballer Spotlights Our institution is more than just a workplace—it's a community where each team member plays a vital role in bringing the Skirball's mission and …

… The Skirball Cultural Center is a place of meeting guided by the Jewish tradition of welcoming the stranger and inspired by the American democratic ideals of freedom and equality. We welcome people of all communities and generations to participate in cultural experiences that … for you were strangers in the land of Egypt.   (Exodus 22:21) Honor Memory Remember the days of old; consider the generations long past.  (Deuteronomy 32:7) Seek Learning Great is …

… The elephant is made out of a gong, vegetable steamers, and Thai rain drums. The zebras are composed of wind turbines and keyboards. “The inspiration just really comes from stuff, just … By allowing visitors to interact so freely with the animals on the Ark—many of them endangered—the on-site education team emphasizes the significance of caretaking. As children spin the zebras’ bodies round and round, ring the gong at the center of the elephant’s body, take a ride on the …

… venue of choice for connection and celebration! As a Jewish institution whose mission is to welcome people of all communities and generations, our Hospitality and Private Events team is here to offer creative … conferences, symposia, networking events, training workshops, seminars, galas, fundraisers, holiday parties, and other gatherings. Learn more > Filming Set the perfect scene on the Skirball's …