Germany and Poland share a rich legacy as vibrant centers of Jewish art, literature, and intellectual discourse spanning centuries. Today, we are seeing Jewish life re-emerge in these two countries in astonishing ways. Join us to walk in the footsteps of some of the greatest Jewish intellectuals of the modern era. Explore the birthplace of the Jewish Enlightenment, which laid the foundation for today’s Reform and Conservative Movements. Witness the incredible reconstruction of Central Europe’s liveliest capitals while uncovering the different approaches that Germany and Poland have taken in confronting their history. Delve into the past and revel in the present – historical excursions are complemented by encounters with inspiring individuals responsible for revitalizing Jewish life in the very locations where its devastation was planned. This tour offers a rare opportunity to take in the art, architecture, music, and food that make Warsaw, Krakow, and Berlin the most exciting places to experience the regeneration of Jewish culture in Europe today. 

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Highlights:

• Experience the rich history of Krakow where Jewish heritage intersects with Polish culture.
• Celebrate the phenomenal resilience of Jewish culture at the 33rd annual Krakow Jewish Culture Festival
• Commemorate history with a visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau, a poignant journey.
• Explore initiatives at the JCC Krakow dedicated to revitalizing Jewish life in Poland.
• Discover the rich Polish-Jewish history at the Okopowa Cemetery.
• Engage in a unique workshop with MI POLIN, a pioneering Polish Judaica company.
• Learn about the Mezuzah Traces Project in Warsaw and its impact on Polish artists and designers.
• Explore iconic landmarks in Berlin’s city center, including the Reichstag, Brandenburg Gate, Topography of Terror Museum, and Shoah memorials, gaining insight into Germany's unique approaches to commemorating World War II.
• Immerse yourself in the roaring 1920s with the unforgettable Cabaret Tour, guided by expert Brendan Nash, offering a glimpse into the era leading up to the Third Reich.
• Engage in insightful discussions on minority discourse at Hillel Deutschland, led by Rabbi Jeremy Borovitz and Dr. Ufuk Topkara.
• Discover the rapid growth of Berlin's Jewish community with Mizrahi-Israeli poet and activist Mati Shemoelof, Russian-Israeli artist Ella Ponizovsky Bergelson, and young Jewish artists contributing to Berlin's thriving Jewish culture.