From the Gold Rush, to the range of the Wild West, to rock n’ roll concert stages, blue jeans have been a defining symbol of American style. Family Gala 2019: Blue Jean Ball celebrated this American icon! Inspired by The CJM’s upcoming original exhibition Levi Strauss: A History of American Style, an exploration of the Jewish immigrant story of Levi Strauss, the origins of the blue jean, and how they defined American style and became a worldwide phenomenon.

During Family Gala 2019, kids, parents, grandparents, and friends to came together for a night of fun for the whole family, as The Museum transformed into a gold mining town, western frontier, and concert stage for performances, art-making, interactive games, and fun!