The Museum/virtual offices are closed today in observance of the Yom Kippur–the Day of Atonement. Wishing those who observe an easy fast and g’mar hatimah tovah.

Artifact image:

Hands of Priestly Benediction, Congregation Shaarei Eli,
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, ca. 1918
Carved and painted wood
National Museum of American Jewish History, 1984.59.3 b
Gift of Congregation Shaare Eli