Ohavi Zedek’s Membership Committee and the Lost Mural Project are hosting an showing of the short film “Burlington’s Little Jerusalem,” that tells the story of Burlington’s Jewish History from the 1880s to today. Following the screening, a panel of life-long community members will share stories of Ohavi Zedek’s history.

Learn about Burlington’s original Jewish community, its synagogues, businesses, schools, art and historic spaces, that have shaped what our community is today.

All are welcome at this event; new OZ members are especially invited to learn about our community’s past.

This FREE event, celebrating Burlington’s Jewish History, is part of the Jewish American Heritage Month, (JAHM) held in May of each year, recognizing the achievements and contributions of American Jews to the culture, history and society of the United States of America.

2:30pm – 3:00pm / Social time and hors d’oeuvres
3:00pm – 4:00pm / “Burlington’s Little Jerusalem” viewing
4:00pm – 4:15pm / Social time and hors d’oeuvres
4:15pm – 5:15pm / Burlington Jewish History Panel Discussion

What question(s) would you like to ask our  long-time members of Burlington’s Jewish Community?

Panelists can address any topics, such as:

a. Burlington’s Orthodox Synagogues
b. Hebrew School
c. The role of women
d. Changes in Holiday Observances
e. Antisemitism over the years
f. The impact of the Depression upon their household
g. The impact of WWII upon their households
h. The Jewish business districts over the years
i. Favorite childhood memories of Jewish celebrations
j. Changes in Synagogue celebrations
k. Any other topics you would like the panelists to address

Please Register / Submit Question(s) to Panelists