Maine Jewish Museum

Celebrating Maine's Jewish Art, History and Culture in a Restored 1921 Synagogue

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About Us

The Tree of Life Foundation was established to restore Etz Chaim Synagogue, a turn-of-the-century immigrant era house of worship, and transform it into the Maine Jewish Museum. The newly restored building stands as a testament to the Jewish families of Maine who, from humble beginnings, began life anew and made lasting contributions to their new community. The Maine Jewish Museum tells their stories.

The first floor gallery showcases rotating exhibits by contemporary Jewish artists from Maine.

From the second floor, visitors enter the main sanctuary and can gain an understanding of religious practices and beliefs through objects and architecture.

In the vestibule of our new elevator addition is the photo exhibit of holocaust survivors who settled in Maine by Jack Montgomery accompanied by excerpts of their oral testimonies. (This exhibit is made possible by the Holocaust and Human Rights Center of Maine.)

Historic exhibits on the third floor include storyboards highlighting the contributions and accomplishments of Maine’s original Jewish immigrants and their families. Linking past and present, these displays serve as learning tools for visitors and students. Our newest panels highlight the Jewish communities of Lewiston/Auburn and Bath.

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Our Mission

The mission of the Maine Jewish Museum is to honor the contributions and diversity of Maine's Jewish immigrants in the context of the American experience. Through exhibits and programming, the Museum seeks to build bridges of appreciation and understanding with people of all backgrounds.

Upcoming Events

Mar 6 5:00 pm 8:00 pm
First Friday Art Walk
Mar 12 5:00 pm 7:00 pm
Vic Goldsmith & Bonnie Spiegel "Elements" Opening
Mar 15
3 printmakers ends
Mar 19
Opening Shalom House exhibit
Apr 3 5:00 pm 8:00 pm
NO First Friday Art Walk
Apr 28
Shalom House exhibit ends
May 1 5:00 pm 8:00 pm
First Friday Art Walk
May 10
Vic Goldsmith show ends
May 14
Natasha Mayer show opens
May 21
synagogue show opens

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267 Congress St.
Portland, ME 04101
207-773-2339
Monday-Friday
10am-2pm
(often later; call ahead)
NOW OPEN SUNDAYS 1:00-5:00

Other times by appointment
Personalized Group Tours by Request

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