Description
Manchester Jewish Museum tells the story of the Jewish community in manchester over the last 200 years. Through photographs, objects, documents and room settings, visitors gain an insight into the lives of the individuals who came to the city in different waves of Jewish immigration. The Museum opened in 1984 in the former Spanish and Portuguese synagogue which was built in 1874.
Collections description
Artefacts, photographs, oral history tapes and archive material relating to the religious,working,educational and social life of the Jewish community in Manchester and Salford since the early nineteenth century.
General Information
Brochure or leaflet available with directions to museum
Pre-booking service for groups
Foreign language leaflet or brochure available
Parking for coaches
Guided tours
Disability Access
Audio guides specifically for blind and partially sighted people
Large print information and/or interpretation
Wheelchair access to some public areas
Children and Families
Activities for pre-school children
General Education
Academic publications and resources available
Adult lectures and courses held
Education facilities available
Member of staff available with responsibility for education
Teaching/resources available for HE/FE students
Schools Education
Direct teaching services for schools
Primary school education service available
Printed/audio-visual information available for schools
Facilities
Mail order service available
Research facilities for academics
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