To mark the 250th anniversary of the United States, the National Library of Israel invites you to a dynamic evening exploring the past, present, and future of American Jewry. The program will feature short presentations followed by a panel discussion with leading voices reflecting on the historical experience of American Jews, the questions shaping Jewish life in the United States today, and the possibilities and challenges that may define its future.
Moderator:
Wendy Singer, Director of Global Affairs & Digital Futures, National Library of Israel
Speakers:
Abi Dauber Sterne, Rabbi, educator and author
Michael Oren, Author and former Israeli Ambassador to the United States
Felicia Sol, Rosh Kehillah and Senior Rabbi, B’nai Jeshurun, NY
Before the event, visitors are invited to join a guided visit of a special display featuring maps, books, and historical items from the Library's collections, from 4:45 PM – 5:45 PM.
The lectures and related exhibitions are sponsored by The Shapell Manuscript Foundation.
