Collections

The Jewish Museum, London, has a rich and varied collection that explores many aspects of Jewish life, in Britain and beyond, from medieval times to the present day.

The collection of Judaica (Jewish ceremonial art) is one of the finest in the world, and has been awarded Designated status for its outstanding national importance. It is complemented by the renowned Alfred Rubens collection of Prints and Drawings. The museum also holds extensive collections exploring British Jewish social history, collections include objects, photographs, documents and oral history interviews. These reflect the diverse roots and everyday life of Jewish people, with particular strengths in the history of the Jewish East End, and the experiences of Jewish refugees and Holocaust survivors.