The Heritage and Interpretation Department celebrates the rich legacy of Jewish life in the American South through public programs, trips and tours, shared experiences, historic preservation, and more. Traveling to the American South, visiting Jewish communities and Civil Rights Movement sites along the way? Visiting a historic synagogue that’s home to the oldest Jewish community in Mississippi? Experiencing the breadth of southern Jewish history and culture from the comfort of your home? The Heritage and Interpretation Department is here to make it happen. Learn more about our exciting programs and get involved with public history in the Jewish South.  

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