The Jewish Museum of Maryland has the largest single collection of regional Jewish Americana in the U.S. Our collections include works of art, historical photographs, clothing, ceremonial items, rare books, everyday objects, documents, oral histories, and memorabilia. The collections embody the story of Jewish life in Maryland - immigration, family history, business, congregational and organizational life, leisure, consumption, and contemporary culture. The Museum collections and scholarly research inform our exhibitions, programs, and publications.

Search our extensive collections database of photos and information, or come visit our library, explore our extensive resources and get a feeling for authentic Jewish history in Maryland.

Baltimore Jewry:
A Historical Timeline
A year-by-year chronicle of Jewish history in Maryland, from 1657 to present.

Collections Donations
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