LOVE this place. Came a while ago and were given a lovely little tour. Really fascinating place to check out! Would absolutely recommend.
November 2022
A wonderful spot to host an event. Plus, free ev car charging nearby.
August 2021
This visit was a wonderful and unique experience. The museum is in a gorgeous building. The video that described the creation of the museum was very interesting. The upper level had displays of Jewish life in New York. There were pictures of old synagogues in Europe. The lower level had racks of books for sale. I bought... read full comment
The Yiddish Book Center is a cultural center dedicated to celebrating Yiddish language and literature. Our Visitor Center in Amherst, MA is home to extensive exhibits on Yiddish and Jewish culture. Explore our new, permanent exhibition Yiddish: A Global Culture which puts Yiddish at the heart of the modern Jewish story. We offer tours on Tuesdays and Sundays. Please visit our website for tour times and additional information.
Visit our website for access to the Steven Spielberg Digital Yiddish Library, to read translations of Yiddish works, and for a variety of educational programs for both beginners and scholars.
