Exploring Jewish Life in the Town of Neuss
In the heart of Neuss, a city steeped in history, an exhibition is set to unveil the rich tapestry of Jewish life that has woven itself into the fabric of the community. Titled "Tell me more...! Testimonies of Jewish life in Neuss", the exhibition will open as a video conference on May 27, 2021, at 6 PM.
The exhibition will run until August 15, 2021, at the Clemens Sels Museum Neuss. It will feature Judaica from the museum's collection and private loans, including a Seder plate, a Kiddush cup, a Star of David, and a Chanukah menorah. Each object will have a patron or patroness who will explain its significance in a short film.
The journey through Jewish history in Neuss begins in the 12th century, where a small Jewish community and a synagogue were established near the Hessentor and in the "Glockhammer". The community grew in the 19th century, reaching its peak in 1890 with 300 members, the highest number recorded.
However, this period of growth was not without its challenges. In 1463, there was an expulsion of the Jews from Neuss. The synagogue in Neuss was burned down in the night from November 9 to 10, 1938, during the dark days of the Nazi regime.
But Neuss is a city that values its history and its people. A memorial for the synagogue, a 30-ton stone, was crafted by sculptor Ulrich Rückriem and installed in 1995. A new synagogue is currently being built on the site where the Alexander-Bederov-Zentrum was located, a testament to the resilience of the Jewish community in Neuss.
The exhibition opening will be attended by Mayor Reiner Breuer, Museum Director Dr. Uta Husmeier-Schirlitz, Bert Römgens from the Society for Christian-Jewish Cooperation in Neuss e.V., and Tanya Rubinstein-Horowitz.
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Join us in exploring the rich history of Jewish life in Neuss through the upcoming exhibition "Tell me more...! Testimonies of Jewish life in Neuss". Let us remember, celebrate, and learn from the past, as we strive towards a future of understanding and unity.
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