Rachel Jarman Myers
Rachel Jarman Myers is the Museum and Special Projects Coordinator for the ISJL.
Articles by Rachel Jarman Myers
My Mississippi Road Trips
Where I grew up in Connecticut, “road trip” typically meant a trip to New York City or to Boston – both being ...
Celebrating Jewish Women This Women’s History Month
I’ll admit when I looked up at my calendar this week I loudly exclaimed “It’s already March! But what about ...
Another Blog Post About Something Jewish
There are certain parts of being a Jewish professional that only other people in “the business” will understand. Buzz words ...
Becoming an Expert on Southern Jewish Cemeteries
A recent line of inquiry has led me down a research rabbit hole — a tunnel falling straight into the ...
Jewish Memories in Meridian, Mississippi
I recently had the pleasure of being a presenter at the 4th annual Backstage Pass Conference, organized by Visit Mississippi, Mississippi Main ...
Former Fellow Flashback: Rachel, 2008-2010
This February, for the first time ever, the ISJL is hosting a reunion of all of the alumni of our ...
How a Jewish Summer Internship Changed My Life
Living in Jackson, Mississippi, but devoid of a Southern accent, I am often asked where I’m from. When I confess that ...
Celebrating Hanukkah… Even If You Don’t Celebrate Hanukkah
The holiday spirit is here, and I’ll be celebrating Hanukkah this week to its fullest. My family will pause to ...
Road Trip Podcast Pick: A Southern Jewish Food Episode You’ll Love
Many of you will be hitting the roads for holiday travel this time of year, and will have ample time ...
#TBT: The Legacy of Southern Jewish Shopping
Walking by the seasonal decorations already set up at stores around Jackson, I was quickly drawn into the glitz and glimmer of the ...