WHAT WE DO
We travel to the four corners of the earth in search of little-known Jewish stories in the familiar and unexpected exotic places. We set these stories against the broad background of the local history, culture, traditions, and beliefs. Then, we share these stories with you in our lectures, books, blog posts, and magazine articles.
Our mission is to foster cross cultural diversity, tolerance, inclusion, and understanding around the world with an emphasis on Jewish history.
But wait, there is more! Over the years, we explored more than 70 countries of Europe, Asia, Africa, the Americas, and many islands. So, in addition to the fascinating Jewish history, we tell stories about exotic places, people, and cultures. Our followers keen on adventure and special-interest travel will find plenty of practical advice and useful information. Browse our blogs, come to our lectures, and we are sure that you will find something interesting to read, listen to, and watch.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Most virtual and in-person lectures and other events are free and open to the public. Please check our schedule for dates and times. |
| October 14, 2021 at 4:30 PM EST. Zoom virtual event. Irene Shaland presents her lecture “From Europe to Asia: Norway, Sweden, China, India” from her acclaimed Global Response to the Holocaust series. Hosted by the Holocaust Resource Center of New Jersey, Kean University, Union Town, NJ. |
| October 21, 2021 at 6:30 PM CST. On-site & virtual event. In connection with the Museum’s exhibit “Shanghai: Safe Haven during the Holocaust,” Irene Shaland presents her lecture” In Search of a Jewish Story in China.” Hosted by the Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center, Skokie, Il. |
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November 10, 2021 at 11:00 AM EST. Irene Shaland presents her lecture ”In Search of a Jewish Story in China. Hosted by the National Council of Jewish Women. This event is private.
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November Date – TBD 2021 at 7:00 PM EST. In connection with the Museum’s exhibit “Stories of Survival,” Irene Shaland presents her lecture “Stories of Survival: Prosperity, Wars, Genocide, and Rebirth – Myanmar and Cambodia through the Eyes of a Jewish Traveler.” Hosted by the Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage, Cleveland, Ohio.
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December 16, 2021 at 7:30 PM EST. Zoom virtual event. Irene Shaland presents her lecture “Jews of the Jungles (and Cities) in Brazil” from her popular series Travel the Jewish World. Hosted by Lifelong Learning of Adath Shalom Synagogue, Morris Plains, NJ.
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January 19, 2022 at 7 PM EST. Zoom virtual event. Irene Shaland presents her lecture “Little-Known Jewish Stories from Czech Republic: Seeking Kafka in Prague and Prague in Kafka” from her popular series Travel the Jewish World. Hosted by the New City Library, New City, NY. |
| For a complete list of our lectures and photography shows please see our Schedule |
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PROGRAMS OFFERED
Ready to Travel the Jewish World? We will take your interest group on a virtual trip to the most exotic and unexpected places on earth searching for treasures of Jewish history. Our Memories of the Holocaust series examines the painful past and often controversial present. Based on our exploration journeys around the globe and first-hand experience, our Meet New People and Cultures series will open new horizons and foster cross-cultural diversity and understanding.
What audiences say: “Last night’s presentation… was simply mind-blowing! I wish you could turn it into a documentary or a movie. Obviously, the questions that you are posing are not just about Jews, they are about tolerance, humanism, and probably even fate of the civilization.” – J.M. Read more audience comments.
