Harbin, China and its Jewish Community

Explore the development of the city of Harbin, China, once home to a flourishing Jewish community.  With special focus on the period 1891 – 1950, historian Marleen Kassel will use pictures, family memories and historical documents to bring to life this unique chapter of history shaped by the interaction of Jews, Russians, Chinese and Japanese in this developing city in northeastern China. Her talk is presented in conjunction with the Museum’s new exhibition Harbin, China|Past/Present.











When: Wed., May. 15, 2019 at 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Where: Museum at Eldridge Street
12 Eldridge St.
212-219-0888
Price: $10-14
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Explore the development of the city of Harbin, China, once home to a flourishing Jewish community.  With special focus on the period 1891 – 1950, historian Marleen Kassel will use pictures, family memories and historical documents to bring to life this unique chapter of history shaped by the interaction of Jews, Russians, Chinese and Japanese in this developing city in northeastern China. Her talk is presented in conjunction with the Museum’s new exhibition Harbin, China|Past/Present.

Buy tickets/get more info now