Public School Initiative

is geared for Public School students, introducing them to a colorful array of customs and traditions in the Jewish culture. Experienced museum educators will guide students as they step back in time to explore the Jewish holiday cycle in a quaint, cobblestoned village.

Students will shop in a kid-sized Kosher supermarket, press olive oil for the Hanukkah menorah, and crawl through the world’s largest challah-bread. They will enjoy a live, interactive game show and get creative with a Jewish themed craft, to take home as a souvenir.

As students examine the roots and basis for many Jewish customs, they will recognize manners of conduct that stand at the root of practices found in other cultures around the world.

The Building Bridges tour introduces students to the origin and history of the Jewish Nation, as well as the Jewish Holidays and traditions. Museum educators will guide students through entertaining and hands-on exhibits, as they experience the learning in an interactive and engaging way. Students will step back in time and meet the first Jew, discover some of the Jewish Holidays and hear about what kept the Jewish people strong, during difficult times in History. Students will discuss what their role is in today’s world and how each one of us, using our unique abilities, can make the world a kind and accepting place for everyone.

This tour includes a craft project and a Game Show.

Recommended for Public School students and visitors with limited exposure to the Jewish culture. is geared for Public School students, introducing them to a colorful array of customs and traditions in the Jewish culture. Experienced museum educators will guide students as they step back in time to explore the Jewish holiday cycle in a quaint, cobblestoned village.