ews have lived in the South since the late 17th century. As late as 1820, more Jews lived in Charleston, South Carolina than in New York City. Jews have been an important part of the South ever since they first arrived. Though they are less than 1% of the general Southern population, and less than 5% of America’s Jewish population, southern Jews have made a significant mark on the communities in which they lived.
The annual JEWISH CINEMA SOUTH presents its new season beginning October 25th. An exciting array of films will be featured this year. Mark your calendars now and share the news with friends.
Israeli multi-instrumentalist Amir Gwirtzman is touring the American South through the Schusterman Visiting Artist program. Click here for more details.
Dig into our ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SOUTHERN JEWISH COMMUNITIES. To explore the Jewish heritage of Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee click here.
Goldring/Woldenberg Institute of Southern Jewish Life, named one of North America's most innovative Jewish nonprofits. Click here to donate.
ews have lived in the South since the late 17th century. As late as 1820, more Jews lived in Charleston, South Carolina than in New York City. Jews have been an important part of the South ever since they first arrived. Though they are less than 1% of the general Southern population, and less than 5% of America’s Jewish population, southern Jews have made a significant mark on the communities in which they lived. 
