Yiddishland California, located in La Jolla, is a non-denominational traveling cultural center and museum under the Yiddish Arts and Academics Association of North America (YAAANA). Their mission is to promote the beauty and vitality of Yiddishkeit, preserving and promoting Yiddish language and culture globally. Events include concerts, art classes, lectures, and exhibitions, both in-person in San Diego and Lower Baja California, as well as online.
Yiddishland California envisions a vibrant, shtetl-inspired community welcoming people of all ages and backgrounds, offering cultural retreats, language courses, and immersive experiences. Their long-term project seeks to establish a living museum and event space for public and private gatherings, as well as Yiddish-themed retreats within the U.S., Mexico, and Europe. Tours of Yiddishland California can be arranged by appointment.
Join Yiddishland California on their journey to celebrate, educate, and sustain Yiddish culture through a diverse range of events and activities, bridging generations and backgrounds in a shared appreciation for the rich heritage of Yiddish language and traditions.
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