Beit Avi Chai

Beit Avi Chai is a cultural center in Jerusalem housing a 270-seat auditorium and eight multipurpose rooms with contemporary technology for hosting a variety of events and programs. The building serves performances, workshops, exhibitions, and educational activities year-round.

The center opened in 2007, designed by architect Ada Karmi-Melamede as a space dedicated to cultural engagement. Its founding reflected a commitment to fostering dialogue about Israeli and Jewish heritage through contemporary programming.

The space hosts performances, exhibitions, and discussions that explore Israeli and Jewish identity from multiple angles. Visitors find themselves in a place where heritage and contemporary perspectives meet through theater, music, and visual art.

The location is accessible on King George Street with air conditioning and paid parking available. Those wishing to view the photography collection should book ahead, and checking the program schedule in advance helps plan your visit around activities that interest you.

A reading room houses a specialized photography collection documenting Israel and Jewish communities, paired with foundational texts about Judaism and Zionism. Few visitors know this research library exists, making it a quiet discovery for those interested in deeper study.

Location: Jerusalem

Inception: 2007

Architects: Ada Karmi-Melamede

Website: https://bac.org.il

GPS coordinates: 31.77778,35.21611

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:02