Jewish Columbus 1838-1918
Toby Brief, CJHS President, will present an overview of early Columbus Jewish history to the Beth Tikvah Shishim.
December 12, 2013
Beth Tikvah, Worthington, Ohio
Past Exhibits & Programs
Gallery Players 65!
Gallery Players is celebrating its 65th year in 2013. Join us in October to view our exhibit about the history of the oldest semi-professional theater group in central Ohio.
October 1 - October 31, 2013
Jewish Center lobby, 1125 College Ave., Columbus Ohio 43209
JCC100: The Center of it All
It’s been 100 years since Joseph Schonthal first opened the doors of a Community Center for the Jews of Columbus. CJHS presents a look at the history of this institution which has touched the lives of all Columbus Jews in some manner. Share the wonderful memories with us!
May 1 to August 31, 2013
Jewish Center lobby, 1125 College Ave., Columbus Ohio 43209
Fiddler Comes to the JCC
CJHS looks at the history of Fiddler on the Roof as performed by Gallery Players over the last forty years.
On stage at JCC 5 times, Fiddler has always represented a momentous occasion at the JCC. This year as a part of the 100th anniversary of the JCC, it is even more special. The exhibit will be held in conjunction with the Gallery Players production.
February- March, 2013
Jewish Center lobby, 1125 College Ave., Columbus Ohio 43209
CITY SOUNDS
Music of the lounges, restaurants,
and clubs from the 1930’s to today.
March 1 to April 10, 2012
JCC lobby, 1125 College Ave. Columbus, Ohio 4320
RELIVING ROCK – Jewish Columbus in the 1970’s
CJHS takes a look at the rock years in Columbus. From Bar Mitzvah’s to protests, the music was with us.
May 1 - May 31, 2011
JCC Lobby, 1125 College Ave. Columbus, OH 43209
NEAL SHAPIRO and DON GORMAN – WCOL and the Jewish DJ’s
Neal Shapiro and Don Gorman will talk about their days at WCOL and other local radio stations. Find out what was happening behind the scenes as the rock bands came to Columbus in the 1970’s.
May 25, 2011
JCC 1125 College Ave
7:00pm
BARON WOLMAN – I Saw The Music
Baron Wolman, a Columbus native and the first chief photographer of Rolling Stone Magazine, talks about living in the Haight-Ashbury during the Summer of Love and the early days of rock & roll. He will focus on music, musicians and lifestyle.
Tickets $8 in advance or $10 at the door. (please send check to CJHS, 1175 College Ave. Columbus, OH 43209 by May 5)
Reception and book signing will follow the talk.
May 17, 2011
JCC 1125 College Ave. Columbus, OH 43209
7:30PM
Letters Home: Columbus Jews in WWI
On display at the Jewish Community Center of Columbus 1125 College Ave, Columbus OH 43209 From November 15 to December 30, 2010
Click here to read an article by Joe Blundo from the Columbus Dispatch on the exhibit.
November 15 to December 30, 2010
Jewish Community Center, 1125 College Ave., Columbus Ohio 43209
Legacy 2010: 170 Years of Jewish Life in Central Ohio
Two major exhibits with associated lectures and other events.
The exhibit website has been archived for future access here.
Be sure to visit the exhibit website for more information.
April 12 through June 4, 2010
Leo Yassenoff JCC, 1125 College Avenue, Columbus Ohio 43209
Legacy 2010: Lunch with Rabbi Yaacov Horowitz
Lunch with Rabbi Yaacov Horowitz
Founder American Jewish Legacy
Presentation: “…Where All Roads Lead to Fortune”
The Jewish Pursuit of Livelihood in America
This event was a part of Legacy 2010.
Leo Yassenoff Jewish Community Center, 1125 College Avenue Columbus, Ohio 43209
12:00-2:00 PM
Legacy 2010: Opening Night Reception
Opening night reception with introduction by Rabbi Yaakov Horowitz
This event was a part of Legacy 2010.
Leo Yassenoff Jewish Community Center, 1125 College Avenue Columbus, Ohio 43209
7:00-9:00 PM