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Museum jüdischer Geschichte und Kultur (Museum of Jewish history and culture)

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Treibgasse 20
63739 Aschaffenburg
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The permanent exhibition on the history of the former Jewish community in Aschaffenburg spans the period from the first Jewish school in 1267 to the time of persecution under National Socialism. Historical cult objects and documents such as photographs, newspaper reports and advertisements illustrate the eventful life of the community, which was one of the largest in Bavaria. Political developments and their consequences are illustrated by means of local events. It also becomes clear how strongly Jewish citizens shaped the economic and cultural life of the city.

The Rabbi's House, which now houses the museum, once stood in the immediate vicinity of the Synagogue, which was destroyed in the pogrom night of 1938. A model shows this urban situation. A sycamore grove was planted in memory at the former site of the synagogue.

Last edited on 16.01.2025

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View of the museum © Photo: Museen der Stadt Aschaffenburg
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Torah scroll, probably 18th century, parchment © Museums of the City of Aschaffenburg. Photo: Ines Otschik, Museen der Stadt Aschaffenburg
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Menorah candlestick © Museums of the City of Aschaffenburg. Photo: Ines Otschik, Museen der Stadt Aschaffenburg
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Museum of Jewish history and culture in Aschaffenburg (Germany) © Museums of the City of Aschaffenburg. Photo: Ines Otschik, Museen der Stadt Aschaffenburg

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