Online Discovery of the mahJ

France has a rich connection of Jewish culture, from the medieval communities of Paris to the modern artists of avant-garde.

This presentation invites you to discover the unique collection of the museum of Jewish art and history, housed in a beautiful 17th century mansion in the Marais, the Hôtel de Saint-Aignan.

This collection is one of the finest in the world, comprised of art, historic Judaica, textiles and jewelry. Special importance is given to the Jewish painters of the School of Paris, such as Marc Chagall, and contemporary artists including Christian Boltanski.

By the end of this hour-long tour you will have travelled through one thousand years of Jewish history in France and across the Diaspora.

This online tour features views from the mahJ virtual tour and beautiful pictures of the collection.

The tour is also available for groups : learn more on group guided tours.