Jews in the Christian Middle Ages and the Early Modern Period
Guided Tour
In this guided tour, we introduce the permanent exhibition with a focus on the first historical epoch room Ashkenaz, which covers the period from the Middle Ages to the early modern period. We also take a look at the iconic architecture of the museum building that frames the exhibition rooms.
Jews in the Christian Middle Ages
In the first part of the guided tour “Jews in the Christian Middle Ages,” we will explore the question of when Jews began living on the territory of present-day Germany. According to current knowledge, the first Jewish communities settled in the northern part of Central Europe. This region went down in history under the name of “Ashkenaz.” How did Jews feel about their Christian environment at this time? Sources provide contradictory information about this – we will consider these historical testimonies during the tour. Our agenda includes immersing ourselves in medieval Worms with the help of a media city map and learning how everyday Jewish life was organized in a Christian environment.
Exhibition view from the historical epoch room Ashkenaz; Jewish Museum Berlin, photo: Roman März
What is Ashkenaz?
Ashkenaz, Hebrew, used since the Middle Ages to describe the area of present-day Germany, later also a description of (northern) France and northern Italy.
Where, when, what?
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WhenTour by appointment
- Duration60 or 90 minutes
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Where
Jewish Museum Berlin
Lindenstraße 9–14, 10969 Berlin
See location on map
Cost per group 60 min (without architecture) 35 € for school groups
50 € for adults reduced rate
100 € for adultsCost per group 90 min (including architecture)45 € for school groups
60 € for adults reduced rate
150 € for adultsBooking requestFor groups we offer guided tours on your desired date. Please contact us at least 6 weeks before your desired date for this service via visit@jmberlin.de.
Number of participants up to 15
Languages We generally offer this tour in German and English. If you would like to request it to be held in French, Italian, Hebrew, or Simple German, please contact us and we will confirm whether this is possible for your desired date and time.
Please note This workshop is suitable for school groups ages 13 to 19.
