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The Jewish Museum of Switzerland in Basel
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In the Jewish Museum of Switzerland in Basel the visitor may encounter Jewish history, religion and art in Switzerland.
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In the courtyard of the Museum tombstones from the 13th and 14th centuries give evidence of the local Jewish community during the Middle Ages. A collection of Judaica draws attention to the Jewish customs and cemonies. Important silver objects from famous goldsmith-centres represent highlights and are standing next to simple artifacts of brass, tin, wood, and pewter and richly embroidered textiles from rural surroundings. Valuable Hebrew prints from the 16th century onwards and documents from the first Zionistic Congress, held in Basel in 1897, are added.
The latestly opened gallery is dedicated to the Jewish wedding ceremonies. A wedding dress and traditional presents for bridegroom and bride are exhibited next to documents and objects concerning divorce and its biblical roots. Wedding tunes enhance the joyful atmosphere.
Address
Jüdisches Museum der Schweiz
Kornhausgasse 8, Basel
Opening hours
Monday and Wednesday 14.00h to 17.00h
Sunday 11.00h to 17.00h
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