Genealogical Resources at the American Jewish Historical Society

Speaker: Tamar Zeffren Co-sponsors: Jewish Genealogical Society, Inc., and the American Jewish Historical Society Summary: As stewards since 1892 of the American Jewish experience, legacy, and impact, the American Jewish Historical Society (AJHS), the oldest ethnic, cultural archive in the United States, holds a remarkable range of resources to support genealogists and the enrichment of the historical record. The presentation will include examples and links for relevant materials, such as the Hebrew Orphan Asylum, Landsmanshaftn records, the National Jewish Welfare Board, family papers, and other holdings. Participants will learn about the organization and accessibility (whether in-person only or also online) of AJHS' diverse collections and how ...