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Rising five stories above Independence Mall in the heart of Historic Philadelphia, the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History brings to life the history of Jews in America.
Through the use of evocative objects, telling moments and state-of-the-art interactive technologies, the museum traces the stories of how Jewish immigrants became Jewish Americans and invites visitors of all backgrounds to share their own stories, too.
The museum was founded during the wave of museum-building in Philadelphia surrounding the 1976 Bicentennial celebration.
The collection started with only 40 objects in its first year and has since grown to include more than 30,000 artifacts, some dating back more than 300 years.
As of 2025, the museum is free (with a suggested donation).
Check out Albert Einstein’s pipe, Irving Berlin’s piano, Steven Spielberg’s first camera and more.
La Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History’s five-story building allows visitors to explore artifacts and documents as well as images taken from the museum’s own collection, original films and state-of-the-art interactive media displays.
Only in America® Gallery/Hall of Fame
The unique Only in America® Gallery/Hall of Fame on the ground floor is free and open to the public. Historic artifacts on display including Einstein’s pipe, Irving Berlin’s piano, Steven Spielberg’s first camera and more.
OY/YO
— Foto pa Visit Philadelphia
This clever installation is all about perspective. From one side, you see “YO,” a familiar Philly greeting, interjection and anchor of the iconic Rocky quote. From the other side, you see “OY,” as in “Oy vey,” a ubiquitous Yiddish phrase expressing dismay or grief. Installed in 2022, the spot has already become a popular photo op for tourists and locals alike.
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