Exhibit Guide
Where to start
By Lane Rosenzweig, JHC Intern '25
Whether you are an educator, student, or someone who is just curious about the “Jewish Neighborhood Voices” oral history project and exhibit, here is a recommended path for exploring it.
Step 1
Visit the "About the Exhibit" Page
Start with the "About" page to learn about the process and significance of the Jewish Neighborhood Voices project.
Step 2
Visit the Neighborhood Pages
The neighborhood pages are a great place to start for a more general overview of their history and significance. You can start with Chelsea and then follow the links at the bottom to explore the other neighborhoods.
Step 3
Look at the Theme Pages
If you want to explore a specific topic, try looking at the theme pages to find related anecdotes. Follow the links at the bottom of the "Jewish Family Life" page to learn explore the other themes.
Step 4
Visit the "Meet the Narrators" Pages
If you would like to learn more about a particular neighborhood or narrator, check out the Meet the Narrators page for that neighborhood. Start with Chelsea Narrators, and you can follow the links at the bottom of that page to learn more about growing up in each area.
Step 5
Listen to the Full Interviews
Once you have initially explored the exhibit, try listening to some of the full-length interviews on the Digital Library & Archives. If you are interested in hearing about individual experiences, this can be very helpful. It can also provide additional context for the shorter clips in the exhibit.
Step 6
View Additional Resources
The "Additional Resources" page is very helpful for identifying further sources for research. It lists articles, books, and online resources about historically Jewish neighborhoods of Greater Boston.
Further Information
If you would like further information or support for using Jewish Neighborhood Voices in your teaching or programming, or to request a JHC staff member visit your virtual or in person classroom, send an email to JHC Programs.