Museum of Jewish History and Culture in Bukovina, Jewish history museum in Chernivtsi, Ukraine.
The Museum of Jewish History and Culture in Bukovina occupies the ground floor of the Jewish National House at central Teatralna Square in Chernivtsi. The collection includes photographs, personal letters, religious objects, and documents spanning different periods of Jewish life in this region.
The museum was founded in 2008 after decades of unsuccessful attempts since the 1920s to establish such an institution. It documents Jewish life and experience in Bukovina from the late 18th century through the mid-20th century.
The permanent display features personal letters, religious objects, and daily items that show how Jewish families lived and practiced their faith in this region. These objects reveal the customs and traditions that shaped community life across centuries.
The museum sits on central Teatralna Square in the heart of Chernivtsi and is easy to reach on foot. Check ahead about guided tours, as opening hours can vary depending on the day and season.
Many items in the collection were donated by members of the Jewish diaspora from Bukovina who kept their connection to their ancestral homeland. These contributions make the museum a place where dispersed families can link their past directly with the present.
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