Hanukkah Makers Market Brings Artists, Creators, Bakers, and a Festive Holiday Atmosphere to The Weitzman

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. (October 31, 2023) – The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History (The Weitzman) will host its inaugural Hanukkah Makers Market on November 19.

This new holiday shopping event will feature some of the delightful Museum Store’s top artisans and creators. They’ll pop up to showcase and sell their products, just in time for the gift-giving season.

“This Hanukkah season, The Weitzman will be creating moments for our community to gather – to reflect and celebrate our Jewish identities,” said Kristen Kreider, the Weitzman’s Managing Director of Business Operations, and curator of the store. “The Hanukkah Makers Market gives Philadelphians a fun opportunity to support Jewish makers and our Museum, while preparing for this important and joyful holiday.”

Adding to the festive atmosphere will be fresh baked goods for sale from Second Daughter Baking Company (known for their “Best of Philly” fudge brownies) along with free hot apple cider and apple filled sufganiyot (doughnuts) for the first 40 guests, thanks to Neuman’s Kitchen.

There is no cost to attend and the Museum Store will offer a gift with purchases, while supplies last. All Museum Store proceeds benefit the Museum’s mission to teach the powerful and true stories of Jewish life in America as an antidote to antisemitism.

Vendors to date include:

• Glenn Grubard Designs
• Jackie G’s Gems
• Joy Stember Metal Art Studio
• Tokin’ Jew
• Neuman’s Kitchen 
• Second Daughter Baking Company
• Poser Photobooth

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ABOUT THE WEITZMAN NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AMERICAN JEWISH HISTORY
Established in 1976, and situated on Philadelphia’s Independence Mall, the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History is the only museum in the nation dedicated exclusively to exploring and interpreting the American Jewish experience. The Weitzman presents educational programs and experiences that preserve, explore, and celebrate the history of Jews in America. Standing as a joyful bulwark against antisemitism, bigotry, and hate, The Weitzman serves to connect Jews more closely to their heritage and to inspire in people of all backgrounds a greater appreciation for the diversity of the American Jewish experience and the freedoms to which Americans aspire. www.theweitzman.org 

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