School Tour: Jewish Symbols, Architecture, and Local Heritage

Bring Jewish history and culture to life for your students through an immersive learning experience exploring the Jewish heritage embedded in the walls of The Contemporary Jewish Museum (The CJM). During this tour, students will step inside our landmark building, a former power station, and be transported back in time to explore some of the unique stories of Jewish immigrants who journeyed to San Francisco on the heels of the gold rush. We’ll also dive into the whimsical angles and hidden Hebrew letters that make up The CJM’s building, and how they create intentional spaces for exploring Jewish art, culture, and ideas. Continue the adventure with a hands-on building design challenge where students craft their own Jewish symbology, reflecting on their Jewish/and other identities. Reserve your spot now for an unforgettable journey through time and tradition!  

This tour is geared toward Jewish synagogue, day schools, and youth groups, but is open to all school groups. 

For similar tours geared toward broader school audiences, please see Adventures in Architecture and Building our City.