Strona Główna (en translation) - Association Of The Jewish Historical Institute Of Poland

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Main hall
of POLIN Museum

POLIN Museum is located
in the heart of the prewar
Jewish neighbourhood

Core exhibition of the
Jewish Historical Institute

Preserving the Jewish
Historical Institute’s collection

Polish-Israeli
Youth Exchange (PIYE)

The Great Synagogue
was destroyed during the war

MANY PEOPLE – one mission

We strive to preserve
the thousand-year heritage
of Polish Jews for future generations

News

19 May Sigmunt A. Rolat has passed away

It was with great sadness that we learned of the death of Sigmunt A. Rolat, the founder of the POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews, the creator and great friend of the Museum.

09 May Richard "Ricky" Parasol has passed away

It is with great sadness that we learned of the passing of Richard “Ricky” Parasol, friend and Distinguished Benefactor of POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews.

20 Mar Statement on the Emanuel Ringelblum Jewish Historical Institute

Subsequent to the dismissal of Ms. Monika Krawczyk from the position of Director of the Emanuel Ringelblum Jewish Historical Institute by the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage, the Board of the Association of the Jewish Historical Institute of Poland declares that it fully endorses the decision of the Ministry and welcomes appointment of Dr. Michał Trębacz for the position of acting Director of the Institute.

27 Feb 80TH BIRTHDAY OF RONALD S. LAUDER – THE FIRST DONOR OF THE POLIN MUSEUM

Ronald S. Lauder – international philanthropist, investor, art collector, former representative of the American government in various positions, including as US ambassador to Austria. For years, he has been deeply involved in the protection and development of Jewish life around the world.

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Projects and Grants

Every year in cooperation with various institutions and organizations we carry out
a diverse program of activities in the area of education, culture, exhibits and science. Donated funds are also allocated to the Grants Committee. We support both large, nationwide or international projects and initiatives in local communities which strive to preserve Jewish history from oblivion.