Focusing on the Jewish experience in Britain from 1066 to today, our collections reflect the vibrancy of Jewish culture and religion. We bring these collections to life for all our visitors by placing the Jewish story into the wider context of British history and drawing connections with other communities.

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Find out about your favourite pieces, explore a particular subject area, or just browse pictures and information on over 11,500 objects.

Religious life

One of the world's finest collections of Jewish ceremonial art, we show Judaism as a living religion and highlight the diversity of Jewish communities.

Social history

Charting British Jewish life from medieval times to today, our collections reflect the story of Jewish immigration and settlement in Britain.

The Holocaust

We preserve the stories of refugees from Nazism and Holocaust survivors who settled in Britain.

Art

Our extensive collection of prints and drawings relating to Jewish life illustrates the lives and experiences of Jewish people around the world.

Photographic archive

The photographic archive is the fastest growing part of our collection and gives fascinating snapshots of the changing face of Jewish and British life.

Collections and picture library

Our picture library features a diverse range of photographs, prints and drawings, as well as images of objects in our collections.

Designated collection

The Jewish Museum London has been awarded Designated status in recognition of the outstanding importance of our collections.