Statement: Ever since the fall of Communism in 1989, all US presidents and vice-presidents visiting Warsaw had made a point of visiting the Monument to the Heroes of the Warsaw Ghetto. They did this in the name of the American people, who had played such a central role in bringing down Fascism, and...

We are happy to announce that the Moses Schorr Foundation’s application for a grant for the preparation of a multimedia exhibition “The History of Yeshiva of the Lublin Magi” has been positively considered by the National Centre for Culture. The exhibition will be located the in 5 rooms next...

The Jewish cemetery on Okopowa Street suffered damages in a result of severe storms and strong winds that occurred in Warsaw. We know of a damaged matzevot and ohels, as well as of fallen trees. We were not yet able to estimate the extent of damages. We will keep you updated about the cemetery’s...

Ladies and Gentlemen, In reference to the press publications in connection with non-admission of a group of Muslim youth from Germany to the Synagogue in Lublin, we would like to clarify the situation and recall the rules which are obligatory with regard to visiting the facilities that belong to...

On April 19 a very special and very significant ceremony of burying Torah scrolls took place at the Jewish cemetery on Okopowa Street. The Torah scrolls survived the war, but because of their poor condition were not suited for religious use. We are happy to announce that many members of our...

The Jewish Community of Warsaw cordially invites to the commemoration of Israel’s Independence Day and the Day of Remembrance for the Fallen Soldiers on 27 April at 17:30 hours at the Nożyk Synagogue. The program includes: prayers, rising of the flag, stories about the fallen soldiers, lighting...

“Notes from the Nomadic Shtetl’s Travels” installation by Natalia Romik is exhibited in the women’s section of the Nożyk Synagogue. The mobile archive set out in the summer of 2016 for a tour of the former Jewish towns “shtetls”, exploring the layers of urban memory and preventing...

Registration for the Pesach Seder commences. The first Pesach Seder will take place at the Marriott Hotel on Monday April 10 at 8 p.m. hours. The second Pesach Seder will take place at the White Building on Tuesday April 11 at 8 p.m. hours. Information: zapisy@jewish.org.pl Ticket donations: 70...

During the upcoming Purim Ball you will notice a change in the tableware. As a result of our decision to be more environmentally friendly and protect our planet. From now on, on all organized events, apart from formal dinners served on china, the previously used plastic plates and cutlery will be...