Jewish Historical Society

Lakes, Lanyards and Learning: The Story of New England Jewish Camps

On: June 12, 2022

Video Coming Soon Presented by: Jonathan Krasner, PhD The New England Jewish History Collaborative explores the story of Jewish summer camps in New England. Examining the history and evolution of American Jewish camps in the 20th century, from the earliest “fresh air” camps for immigrant children to camps emphasizing Jewish identityRead More →

JHSGH Annual Meeting: Remembering Abe Ribicoff 6.9.22

By: Jewish Historical Society

On: June 11, 2022

In: Events

Abe Ribicoff grew up in New Britain and first entered state politics in 1938 and was elected governor in 1954. An early backer of John Kennedy, he served in the Cabinet as Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare and then spent 18 years in the Senate. He was proud ofRead More →