Jewish Museum of Rhodes, Jewish museum in Old Town, Rhodes, Greece
The Jewish Museum of Rhodes sits in the Old Town and displays six rooms filled with historical documents, religious objects, and traditional textiles from the local Jewish community. The collection includes an 800-year-old Torah scroll and handcrafted items such as a silver snuffbox made in the 1700s.
The museum was founded in 1997 and occupies a former prayer room of the nearby Kahal Shalom Synagogue that once served the women of the congregation. This location reflects the long presence of Jewish life that shaped the character of Rhodes.
The museum displays how Sephardic Jews lived in Rhodes for centuries, maintaining their own crafts and religious practices within the community. The objects on view tell stories of family life, faith, and daily routines that shaped the local Jewish society.
The museum stands right next to the Kahal Shalom Synagogue in the Old Town and is easiest to visit during the warmer months. Morning visits work well to see the rooms in good light and avoid crowding with other visitors.
Visitors often encounter genealogy projects where descendants of the community have traced their family lines through DNA research. This link between modern life and historical heritage makes the visit feel more personal.
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