South African Jewish Museum

South African Jewish Museum The museum tells the story of South Africa's Jewish community from its 19th-century roots until now. An exclusive documentary film – "Nelson Mandela.

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 aspect

s of South African history and conscience. A Righteous Man", is screened throughout the day, a documentary, which has won wide acclaim at the Brighton, Vancouver and Toronto Film Festivals.

Happy Mother's Day to all mom's! May your day be filled with much love and appreciation ❤
10/05/2026

Happy Mother's Day to all mom's! May your day be filled with much love and appreciation ❤

𝐎𝐡 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐚 𝐧𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭!Last night the Old Shul was filled with the sounds of Chopin alongside prominent Polish Jewish composers...
24/04/2026

𝐎𝐡 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐚 𝐧𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭!

Last night the Old Shul was filled with the sounds of Chopin alongside prominent Polish Jewish composers. The classical concert was performed by the outstanding duo Karolina Mikolajczyk and Iwo Jedynecki, who received a standing ovation from the packed audience. Duo Karolina Mikołajczyk & Iwo Jedynecki Cape Town Holocaust & Genocide Centre

Wishing all our Christian supporters a happy and healthy Easter.
05/04/2026

Wishing all our Christian supporters a happy and healthy Easter.

𝐂h𝐚g P𝐞s𝐚c𝐡 𝐒a𝐦e𝐚c𝐡 ✡️
01/04/2026

𝐂h𝐚g P𝐞s𝐚c𝐡 𝐒a𝐦e𝐚c𝐡 ✡️

Last night the Old Shul was full of the excited chatter of Herzlia High students and their parents arriving for the open...
18/03/2026

Last night the Old Shul was full of the excited chatter of Herzlia High students and their parents arriving for the opening of our annual 𝙈𝙮 𝙁𝙖𝙢𝙞𝙡𝙮 𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮 exhibition.

This is a flagship international project of the ANU Museum of the Jewish People in Tel Aviv.

The exhibition showcases Grade 8 students’ artistic creations, resulting from research into their family histories and how they fit into wider themes of Jewish life.

𝙈𝙮 𝙁𝙖𝙢𝙞𝙡𝙮 𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮 will be on display at the SAJM until 31 March. The top three projects will be entered into ANU Museum’s global competition.

ANU - Museum of the Jewish People United Herzlia Schools

To attend the event at the Centre, RSVP to admin@holocaust.org.za
10/11/2025

To attend the event at the Centre, RSVP to [email protected]

The Cape Town Holocaust & Genocide Centre is proud to present 'Footprints', a thought-provoking film festival showcasing a selection of films that explore the Holocaust, with a special focus on the history and experiences of Polish Jews.

Taking place from November 25-27, 2025, the festival features four compelling films: 'Treasure', 'Where Are You Going?', 'Renia Spiegel's Diary', and 'Bedrock'. These films offer a unique perspective on the Holocaust, shedding light on the stories and struggles of those affected.

To attend the event at the Centre, RSVP to [email protected]

Last night high spirits filled our gallery at the opening of the annual Herzlia High School Matric Art Exhibition.Famili...
10/10/2025

Last night high spirits filled our gallery at the opening of the annual Herzlia High School Matric Art Exhibition.
Families, teachers, students and friends celebrated as they viewed the culmination of many years of work and study.
Congratulations to the artists and to Lauren Palte, Herzlia’s Head of Art, for putting together a stunning display.
We look forward to seeing some of these names up in galleries in the future!

The exhibition will run until November 2026.

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88 Hatfield Street, Gardens
Cape Town
8001

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Monday 10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 10:00 - 17:00
Thursday 10:00 - 17:00
Friday 10:00 - 14:00
Sunday 10:00 - 17:00

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