Jewish Museum of Maryland

On August 18th our nation will celebrate the centennial anniversary of the 19th amendment’s ratification. JMM wants to commemorate one of the many Jewish women who helped influence and advance the suffrage movement so that all women would have equal access to the ballot box.

When the physical museum is open, you can see our new lobby exhibit which celebrates the life and legacy of Sadie Crockin and you can visit the JMM lobby gift shop to pick up one of several books we have on the 19th amendment and the suffragist movement.

You can also pick up titles such as The Woman’s Hour: The Great Fight to Win the Vote, Ballots, Babies, & Banners of Peace, or Wild Women of Maryland through the online store here to learn more about the movement and ratification.

A missive from Esther’s Place shop manager Chris:

Have you been keeping busy while at home? Have you found your “to do” list has gotten much shorter? Or are you finding your “to do” list is becoming quite daunting and you are ready for a distraction? 

We here at the Jewish Museum gift shop wish to help minimize the stress of your “to do” with an educational and fun book. “Passages Through the Fire” recounts the experiences of Jews during the Civil War and tells the story of a minority population who carved out their own American identity which laid the groundwork for future generational integration. 

Based on the exhibit originally organized by the The American Jewish Historical Society (AJHS) and Yeshiva University Museum in New York, this book features personal accounts from primary sources, interpretations from expert historians like Harold Holtzer and Hasia Diner, photographs, and provides an elaborate exploration of modern Civil War memory. 

This book is an enjoyable read from the most novice historian to the expert. With handy explanations of common historical vernacular, such as “lost cause narrative,” to in-depth exploration of political orders like General Order 11, this book has something for everyone.  

To find this book for the price of $25, and others similar to it, head on over to the new online shop.

JMM Members can receive a discount by using promo code “member” upon checkout.

#DYK: Today is #LibraryShelfieDay? (The 4th Wednesday in January!) 

Here’s a peek at our education library shelves, with our Director of Learning and Visitor Experience Ilene to show off our braille copy of The Synagogue Speaks.

We’d love to see your #Shelfies too!

Happy Library Shelfie Day! 

Here’s a peep at one of my favorite shelves in the JMM library - Jewish Women! 

#FridayFeature: Every Friday we’re featuring a new, recent accession to the collection! 

Booklet: “How to Plan a Beautiful Wedding,” by Sallie Newton.  This planning booklet for brides contains both advice and guidance, as well as space for notes and logistical details. 

This copy was used by Phyllis Rosen Salganik for her 1948 wedding – the inscription is from the author, who  is apparently a cousin of Phyllis’s. Gift of Wendy Davis, JMM 2018.13.1

#DYK: March 16 is World Sleep Day? 

From the JMM Collections: “What Your Dream Meant,” by Franklin Martini. Published by I & M Ottenheimer, Baltimore, MD, 1910. JMM 1989.179.1

#DYK: September 6th is #NationalReadABookDay? Whether outdoors, at home, or in your office, why not check out a new book or pick up an old favorite!

Clockwise from top left: 

Julia Friedenwald enjoying a bit of outdoor reading while on a hike in Switzerland, 1932. JMM 1984.23.1579.

Chaplain Sydney K. Mossman sitting at a desk reading a book, December 1945. JMM 1996.113.141.12a.

Unidentified member of the Freedman family reading at a table, c.1895. JMM 1989.211.6.9.

Benjamin Szold reading in his upstairs sitting room at 702 W. Lombard St., c. 1895. JMM 1992.242.6.55b.