Leventhal Video Memoir project
The Leventhal Video Memoir Project records outstanding Jewish artists in the community. The project videos will be preserved at the Columbus Jewish Historical Society so that they may be available to the public.
Click below to view the video profiling Michael J Rosen. Michael J. Rosen (writer, poet, artist, ceramicist and philanthropist) talks to Aaron Leventhal about his life’s work. Rosen, a Columbus native and former Creative Director at the Thurber House, has been involved in the creation of more than 150 books. He is the recipient of numerous awards including the National Jewish Book Award for “Elijah’s Angel: A Story for Chanukah and Christmas” and was named a fellow of the Ohio Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts. A special screening was held at the Jewish Community Center on December 1, 2024.
To view the Leventhal Video memoir with Mimi Chenfeld, go to our website’s digital collection under the research tab.