what a wonderful museum! we stayed over 4 hours but could have visited double this time. the biographies, timetables, movies, exhibits are just overwhelming. try and take advantage of a tour given by a docent who in one hour can show you a lot.

Good history of Jewish settlement in USA, also a good history of Jewish religion and customs Well set out over several levels easily accessable with lifts and stairways. At the main desk one is given a plan of the museum which is well set out. Would be good for children and all ages.

What a wonderful museum. The multi media exhibits are comprehensive and fascinating. Everything from the role of Jews in the civil war to their impact on the entertainment industry. We especially liked the special exhibit on refugee professors at black colleges.

The exhibits at the NMAJH trace the history of Jewish life in America from 1654 to present. I was impressed by the fact it tackles the tough issues e.g. anti-antisemitism, Jewish radicals like Emma Goldman, and the relationship between American Jews and Israel. All 5 floors have interactive elements and make extensive use of videos. There are also docent tours... More

My mother and I enjoyed it. We had hoped for more cultural exhibits. We got a little bored with some of it but wouldn't have wanted to miss it. Loved the gift shop. Love he fact that it's there.

I had a wonderful experience at the museum. Everything was so well put together and there was so much to learn! Each floor was filled with lots of interesting information, fun interactive installations, and recordings that made history come to life.

The museum overall is beautifully designed and the layout flows well. The current special exhibit is not to be missed. Its about Jewish college professors in Nazi Germany (1935-39) who were removed from their jobs, but were given the opportunity to leave Germany if they found a position in another country. About 30 were hire by Black colleges. It was... More

A great museum. Would have been fun to share it on Flickr with my friends, but alas, no photos. Why do museums do that when other museums in philly allow non-flash photography? Seems to me if you wanted to get the word out, you'd want the publicity generated by your patrons? Nicely done with multimedia presentations.

the only one of its kind in the country. was impossible to cover the entire 5 floors in one visit, because it was very comprehensive and detailed. lots to read, absorb, and contemplate. takes you from 1654 to the present, that is 2010, when it opened. something for everyone to learn, no matter their background or education. the exhibit of... More