judaism
Isaac Harby
Isaac Harby petitioned his synagogue for changes in the Shabbat service, introducing a spirit of reform in American Judaism.
Staying Jewish on the Arizona Frontier
The Drachman family played a very important role in the foundation of Jewish life in 19th century Arizona.
Moses Michael Hays: A Most Valuable Citizen
Boston's most prominent 18th Jewish citizen, Hays set a high standard for civic leadership and charity.
Modern Orthodoxy Builds a Cathedral
In 1887, Congregation Kahal Adath Jeshurun (KAJ) of New York City opened the doors of its monumental new synagogue on Eldridge Street, on New York's Lower East Side.
Mordecai Manuel Noah
Mordecai Manuel Noah tried to found a Jewish colony on Grand Island until the Jews regained possession of the Holy Land.
The American Jewish Historical Society
The AJHS was founded to document the many contributions Jews have made in America.
Shabbat as Social Reform
Rabbis and Jews argued for a five-day work week in order to be able to observe Shabbat.
Parashat Nasso Quiz
Learn more about the weekly Torah portion.
History of American Jewish Free Loan Societies
A group of Jewish women from Seattle began this community micro-lending effort.