The Grolier Club, a bibliophile's paradise, hosts the first-ever Jewish-themed exhibit, "Jewish Worlds Illuminated," showcasing the richness of Jewish life in Muslim and Christian lands.
The exhibit features elaborately decorated, centuries-old Jewish manuscripts from Italy, France, and the Iberian Peninsula, as well as those from Muslim lands such as Yemen, North Africa, and Iran/Iraq.
"Jewish Worlds Illuminated: A Treasury of Hebrew Manuscripts from The JTS Library"
This exhibition is a treasure trove of Jewish manuscripts, collectively forming a unique display of dynamic Jewish communities that once existed in these regions.
Author's summary: Jewish exhibit at Grolier Club showcases Diaspora life.