Events

Past Event

The Jews of Corfu: Between the Adriatic & the Ionian

September 7, 2022
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
America/New_York
Butler Library, 535 W. 114 St., New York, NY 10027 Rare Book & Manuscript Library (6th Floor East)

THIS EVENT IS FULL. For another in-person event, please see Virgins and Unicorns: Decorated Ketubbot from Corfu or the Corfu Open House (featuring additional items not currently in the exhibition). See here for more information about the exhibition, tours, and related programming.

Join us for the opening of a unique exhibition, situated at both Columbia University and the Jewish Theological Seminary, featuring the colorful and storied histories of the Jews of Corfu.

5:00-6:00: Welcome and reception at Columbia University (Rare Book and Manuscript Library)
6:45-7:45: Welcome and introductory remarks at the Library of the Jewish Theological Seminary (3080 Broadway, New York, NY 10027)

Note that proof of vaccination is required to enter Columbia and JTS buildings.

Contact Information

Michelle Chesner