Bayt Dakira or the House of Memory is a Jewish museum from the 18th century located in the Jewish quarter "Mellah" of Essaouira's old medina in Morocco.
The museum seeks also to show the coexistence between Muslims and Jews in the city. Visitors are greeted by the expression "Shalom Aleykoum, Salam Lekoulam" which is a mix of Arabic and Hebrew to illustrate the friendship between Jews and Muslims.[
runningdogyankee
Google
A valuable historical resource on the role the Jewish community played in Morocco. The story of their contributions to the country and the impact is a timely reminder of the role Jews played in the region. The museum is well kept and impressive.
Magdalena Rawecka
Google
Beautifully unkept museum where you can learn the local history of Jewish presence in Essaouira. A testimonial to the openness and diversity of cultures living harmoniously in this area of the world.
Olivia Schneider
Google
Very well kept museum about the history of the Jewish community in the area. A beautiful building filled with lots of photos, information and some videos. On the second floor there's also a library and wifi is available. The door is closed so you have to wait for the security guard to let you in/out. The informational signs don't include English translations but I just used the photo feature of Google translator.
Jordy B
Google
They museum is small, in 20 min you can see everything but they issue that everything is in French or Arabic.
No entrance fee.
They used to live together in peace, what happen?
Marie Cliff
Google
A very quiet place to spend your last day. The interior design is rich and the collections were great pieces of the Jewish community. It would be more helpful if there are English translations as well. I hope there will be more support to these projects of reviving the jewish culture in Morocco. Also, entrance fee is free!
Eitan Goldstein
Google
I had such a pleasure on my visit, and felt very lucky to have been guided through the center by a very knowledgeable, passionate, and friendly guide. He was a huge part of what made the whole experience so enjoyable and meaningful. This place in itself is very powerful, and they pay respect to a rich history of Essaouira's Jewry. Bravo! 🙏🏽
Sam
Google
Great museum, lots of artifacts from the different eras of strong Jewish presence in Morocco
