South African Jewish Museum
South African Jewish Museum
South African Jewish Museum
4.5
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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The museum narrates the story of South African Jewry from its early beginnings, set against the backdrop of South African history over a period of more than 150 years. We cover a number of areas of interest, including South African history, mining, commerce, Eastern European history, contemporary South African politics as well as an overview of the Jewish community’s contribution in all its aspects of South African history and conscience. An exclusive documentary film – "Nelson Mandela. A Righteous Man", is screened throughout the day, a documentary, which has won wide acclaim at the Brighton, Vancouver and Toronto Film Festivals.
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worldtraveler8092015
Phoenix, AZ44 contributions
Mar 2021
This museum was most interesting and informative. It traces the history and contributions of the South African Jewish community. I was especially moved by learning about the contributions that Jews made to ending apartheid and befriending Nelson Mandela. Also, there is a lovely gift shop and great cafe there.
Written April 2, 2021
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Palatine, IL10 contributions
Feb 2020
The Museum is a must-see, and our walk through the Company Gardens to get there was a delight. The Museum not only has large display rooms, but also a historic synagogue, a Holocaust Museum, a goft shop, and a lovely cafe. We went twice in the week we were in Cape Town--there was so much to see!
Written June 13, 2020
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caea
Germany22 contributions
Jan 2020
Shocking reminder of how horrible human beings can be.. The holocaust museum shocked me and reminded me of what a nasty history our recent European history has been. It also reminded me what heroes our grandparents and forefathers were for fighting against this madness. My deepest sympathies with all Jews everywhere. Jeremy Castillo, Malta 🇲🇹
Written October 5, 2020
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Manama, Bahrain101 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
This place is a rip off.
First - don’t forget your id before you even get in the door.
Then the museum is R250 - and R50 for locals - talk about unfair. The other museums in the area are about R60 for everyone.
The museum was very disjointed and you couldn’t see the lower floor exhibit.
Then if you want to visit the Holocaust Exhibition you pay again!!! Nope - decided to save my money.
You will not see anything new here - if you have been to other Jewish museums then give this a wide miss.
First - don’t forget your id before you even get in the door.
Then the museum is R250 - and R50 for locals - talk about unfair. The other museums in the area are about R60 for everyone.
The museum was very disjointed and you couldn’t see the lower floor exhibit.
Then if you want to visit the Holocaust Exhibition you pay again!!! Nope - decided to save my money.
You will not see anything new here - if you have been to other Jewish museums then give this a wide miss.
Written August 6, 2024
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paulcoop
Stevenson, MD26 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
My wife and I enjoyed our visit and especially our guide who explained the prominence of Jews in the early development of S. Africa. The exhibits are well displayed including a reconstruction of homes in an early shtetl. It’s recommended for those interested in the Diaspora.
Written January 22, 2020
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jfd
Scottsdale, AZ1,686 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Really enjoyed this museum. It’s very well done and features an old and a newer synagogue as well as a library and a cafe. Beautiful stained glass windows adorn the still in use synagogue. There is a Holocaust museum as well. Be sure to bring passports
Written January 8, 2020
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exvery
22 contributions
Nov 2019
This was so well set up, we chose to visit from the tour bus. We visited the holocaust memorial and it was such an eye opener. Very good and accurate information. You can spend hours in here just reading and observing the primary sources supplied here. Definitely worth a visit and the lady at the front was so lovely and informative.
Written October 8, 2020
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Coenraad B
Johannesburg8 contributions
Sep 2023 • Solo
Some interesting exhibits but not very authentic. Could be more authentically renamed the museum of the SA jewish elite. Expensive for what it is. Frustrating videos. Poorly marked entrance. Locked exit. Jhb Jewish musuem a triumph of story telling by comparison.
Written September 24, 2023
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Oliver S
Ontario, Canada3 contributions
Feb 2021
We enjoyed our tour to the Jewish Museum. We learned quite alot of history involving the jewish culture in Cape Town. The building is incredibly beautiful. The Guide Rick was also very knowledgeable.
Written August 19, 2021
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Balsher
Marietta, GA111 contributions
Sep 2017 • Couples
This museum is a gem! Very interesting exhibits, including a replica of homes from a typical "shtetl" or village in eastern Europe where Jews lived before the Holocaust. The museum has exhibits that trace the origins of South African Jewry, from the early days of Cape Town, to the immigrants from Lithuania in the 19th century, to present day. The museum is conveniently located near the Company Gardens. It's worth spending some time here if you are interested in this topic.
Written September 26, 2017
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Is the Museum closed on Friday, October 20th?
Written October 1, 2017
The Sabbath would begin on Friday evening at sundown, so I would think that the tours end on Fri. in the late afternoon. The religious service which is orthodox would begin in the early evening.
The museum, gift shop and snack bar probably have the same hours, as well.
Written October 1, 2017
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