Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History Hosts the First Show of Author Nikki Schreiber’s Work. Photography installation now on view through February 2, 2025

“This collection is more than just our history; it’s a treasure trove of voices that celebrates our resilience, tradition, and shared humanity. My deepest gratitude to The Weitzman for creating a space to tell these inspiring stories.” 

-Humans of Judaism founder Nikki Schreiber

In 2014, Nikki Schreiber created @humansofjudaism, a social media community dedicated to sharing positive and uplifting Jewish stories. A decade later, what began as a way for Nikki to honor her father’s life and legacy has expanded to become an anchor of hope and pride for Jews across the diaspora.

Nikki’s passion project has transcended social media with the release of Humans of Judaism, a highly visual, inspirational gift book of 200+ Jewish stories. It is a celebration of Jewish life and community and a keepsake for the Jewish community and readers of all cultural backgrounds to cherish.

Running through February 2, The Weitzman features a curated selection of photographs and personal stories, showcasing the evolution of Schreiber’s project—from digital screens to printed pages to the Museum gallery. Attendees will encounter inspiring figures from diverse backgrounds at the installation in the second-floor atrium.

Highlights include Nissim Black (born Damian Jamohl Black), a Hasidic recording artist based in Israel; Aly Raisman, the Jewish American gold medalist gymnast who chose “Hava Nagila” as the floor music for her first-place performance and went on to become the first U.S. woman to win gold in the category; and Sam Salz, the Texas A&M running back and currently the only Orthodox Jew on an NCAA Division I football team.

HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE DECEMBER 1 OPENING