Immigration Legislation: Then and Now with Capital Jewish Museum September 17, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Reflection location TBA. , United States Join us for a timely panel discussion examining key moments in U.S. immigration legislation–past and present–and how history continues to shape today's policies and debates.ÊThe conversation will explore how Jewish immigration and exclusion fit into the broader story of American immigration restrictions.ÊÊPanelists include Katherine Benton-Cohen, PhD, Professor of History, Georgetown University, Ted Gong, Executive Director of the 1882 Foundation, and Yael Schacher,ÊDirector for the Americas and Europe at Refugees International.ÊModerated by Arno Rosenfeld, reporter for The Forward.ÊThis event is offered both in person and virtually. Cost Range: 0 - 18 $9
Public Tour of the Ongoing Exhibitions with Capital Jewish Museum September 21, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm Reflection location TBA. , United States Join a 45 minute tour of the Capital Jewish Museum's Ongoing Exhibitions on Sundays at 12 pm. Tour includes: Introduction in the Lobby What is Jewish Washington?Ê(History Gallery) The Historic Sanctuary (1876) with a film about early Jewish Washington Connect. Reflect. Act.Ê(Core gallery with severalÊdifferent exhibition spaces and interactive opportunities) *Chai __ tickets include a $5 donation to help subsidize the cost of regular tickets, making tours more accessible to all. $5
Public Tour of LGBTJews in the Federal City with Capital Jewish Museum September 21, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm Reflection location TBA. , United States Join a 45 minute tour of the Capital Jewish Museum's Special Exhibition LGBTJews in the Federal City on Sundays at 1 pm. Cost Range: 5 - 10 $8
Public Tour of the Ongoing Exhibitions with Capital Jewish Museum September 28, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm Reflection location TBA. , United States Join a 45 minute tour of the Capital Jewish Museum's Ongoing Exhibitions on Sundays at 12 pm. Tour includes: Introduction in the Lobby What is Jewish Washington?Ê(History Gallery) The Historic Sanctuary (1876) with a film about early Jewish Washington Connect. Reflect. Act.Ê(Core gallery with severalÊdifferent exhibition spaces and interactive opportunities) *Chai __ tickets include a $5 donation to help subsidize the cost of regular tickets, making tours more accessible to all. $5
Public Tour of LGBTJews in the Federal City with Capital Jewish Museum September 28, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm Reflection location TBA. , United States Join a 45 minute tour of the Capital Jewish Museum's Special Exhibition LGBTJews in the Federal City on Sundays at 1 pm. Cost Range: 5 - 10 $8
Public Tour of the Ongoing Exhibitions with Capital Jewish Museum October 5, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm Reflection location TBA. , United States Join a 45 minute tour of the Capital Jewish Museum's Ongoing Exhibitions on Sundays at 12 pm. Tour includes: Introduction in the Lobby What is Jewish Washington?Ê(History Gallery) The Historic Sanctuary (1876) with a film about early Jewish Washington Connect. Reflect. Act.Ê(Core gallery with severalÊdifferent exhibition spaces and interactive opportunities) *Chai __ tickets include a $5 donation to help subsidize the cost of regular tickets, making tours more accessible to all. $5
Public Tour of LGBTJews in the Federal City with Capital Jewish Museum October 5, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm Reflection location TBA. , United States Join a 45 minute tour of the Capital Jewish Museum's Special Exhibition LGBTJews in the Federal City on Sundays at 1 pm. Cost Range: 5 - 10 $8
Community Days with Capital Jewish Museum October 11, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Reflection location TBA. , United States Please join CJM for a Community Day this summer. The entire Museum, including special exhibition LGBTJews in the Federal City will be free to the public.
Public Tour of the Ongoing Exhibitions with Capital Jewish Museum October 12, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm Reflection location TBA. , United States Join a 45 minute tour of the Capital Jewish Museum's Ongoing Exhibitions on Sundays at 12 pm. Tour includes: Introduction in the Lobby What is Jewish Washington?Ê(History Gallery) The Historic Sanctuary (1876) with a film about early Jewish Washington Connect. Reflect. Act.Ê(Core gallery with severalÊdifferent exhibition spaces and interactive opportunities) *Chai __ tickets include a $5 donation to help subsidize the cost of regular tickets, making tours more accessible to all. $5
Public Tour of LGBTJews in the Federal City with Capital Jewish Museum October 12, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm Reflection location TBA. , United States Join a 45 minute tour of the Capital Jewish Museum's Special Exhibition LGBTJews in the Federal City on Sundays at 1 pm. Cost Range: 5 - 10 $8
CJM After Sunset: Late to the Party Oktoberfest with Capital Jewish Museum October 16, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Reflection location TBA. , United States Continue Oktoberfest celebrations at the Museum after hours. Hear stories about the first German Jews to arrive in Washington, DC with curator spotlight talks, sip on German beers, decorate your own beer stein, compete in trivia, and dance along to klezmer faves! Plus, a cash bar and snacks for purchase. Ticket includes admission to all exhibitions. Must be 21 or older to attend and present a valid ID at the door. Cost Range: 10 - 25 $18
Striving to Belong: LGBTQ+ Jews in Orthodox Communities w/ Capital Jewish Museum October 21, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Reflection location TBA. , United States This roundtable discussion examines shifts in the Orthodox community towards greater inclusion of LGBTQ+ Jews. Panelists include Peninah GershmanÊand Rabbi Hyim Shafner, more panelists coming soon. Moderated by Miryam Kabakov. Cost Range: 0 - 18 $9
Voices Series: Multigenerational Stories of Coming Out w/ Capital Jewish Museum October 28, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Reflection location TBA. , United States In conjunction with our special exhibition, LGBTJews in the Federal City, hear from members of the LGBTQ+ Jewish Washington community as they reflect on their personal experiences with coming out. With Dana Beyer, Councilmember Evan Glass, and Danielle Pasekoff. Includes access to LGBTJews in the Federal City. Come early to see the exhibit! Cost Range: 0 - 18 $9
A Bookish Night at the Museum with Capital Jewish Museum November 5, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Reflection location TBA. , United States Have you ever wanted to spend a cozy fall evening reading in a museum? Grab your book and join fellow bibliophiles for a relaxing and enlightening evening of reading and discovery. Explore our exhibitions, find a quiet nook to read, hear from book lovers (including our staff) about what they're currently reading, and participate in a book swap. Cost Range: 0 - 0 Free
Salon Nights: Identity Collage Workshop with Capital Jewish Museum November 6, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Reflection location TBA. , United States Join artist and educator Lior Gross, co-founder of the Nonbinary Hebrew Project, for a hands-on collage workshop. Through guided somatic inquiry, reflective introspection, and creative process, participants will engage with the intersections of their identities and learn new methods for tapping into their inner spark with art. Includes access to LGBTJews in the Federal City. Come early to see the exhibit! Cost Range: 12 - 15 $14
The Lavender Scare Film Screening and Talkback with Capital Jewish Museum November 13, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Reflection location TBA. , United States Learn the history of the Lavender Scare–featured in LGBTJews in the Federal City–with a thought-provoking film screening about the federal government's campaign to identify and fire all employees suspected of being homosexual. (1h 17min) Cost Range: 13 - 16 $15
Antisemitism Past and Present: A Conversation with Capital Jewish Museum December 11, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Reflection location TBA. , United States To mark the release of historian Pamela Nadell's Antisemitism: An American Tradition, the Capital Jewish Museum brings together Nadell and historian James Loeffler for a conversation on the history of antisemitism in America–past and present. The discussion will be moderated by Stacy Burdett, a policy strategist focused on combating antisemitism. Followed by a Q&A and book signing. Cost Range: 0 - 18 $9
Spotlight: Stories by LGBTQ+ Jews in the Federal City with Capital Jewish Museum December 16, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Reflection location TBA. , United States Don't miss the final LGBTJews in the Federal City program featuring Story District! Hear local community members perform their stories on stage for you. Inspired by themes of Hannukah, including perseverance, bravery, and light, join us for an inspirational and imaginative evening of live storytelling featuring the voices and experiences of LGBTQ+ Jewish Washingtonians. Includes access to LGBTJews in the Federal City. Come early to see the exhibit! Cost Range: 25 - 54 $40