Jewish Museum of Franconia in Fuerth

Wonderful exhibit that pays great tribute to the Jewish families of the area. The staff is exemplary. Going above and beyond to fulfill their mandate. The energy and devotion is felt when going on a tour with them. With new expansions in progress, there is a lot to look forward to.

The good: Light and airy museum with many artifacts/show pieces on Jewish life from religion, day to day life and of course persecution. Most exhibits had both German and English descriptions (great for myself and guests from the UK). I particularly enjoyed the ink stamps available of the Hebrew alphabet to write with. There was also a lady baking a traditional cake for people to try too (we visited Sunday afternoon). The not so good: As non Jewish I would have liked to have learnt more about the religion itself. From the reception area we immediately found ourselves in the kitchen (not knowing if we were supposed to be in there), and then up a floor into random objects. I couldn't get an immediate feel for any particular timeline or story as to what each room/floor was trying to achieve and took a while to realise that the building itself had some importance to local Jewish life. Although the visit was at times interesting, I certainly wouldn't bring future guests there as a 'must-see', which is a shame. I feel like it is capable of much more.

An excellent portrayal of Jewish life and local history in an original home. Of special interest are the big ritual bath, and feast of booths room. Ask about special exhibits.

I recommend! Wish it was open for bit longer; it's a great, highly authentic museum nonetheless.

Loved it! Educational! Very important not to forget the Jewish past in Führt!

Shocking experience, must see.

Cool

Excellent

Before the holocaust, Fuerth was known as Jerusalem in Franconia because of its many jewish citizens. Among those driven into emigration were the writer Jakob Wassermann and the former U.S. Secretary of State, Henry Kissinger. In the basement, the museum shows a ritual bath, the first floor houses a gift shop (lots of books) and a little café. The upper floors show jewish life in Fuerth before WW II, the impact of the holocaust on the jewish community in Fuerth and the rebirth after the catastrophe. For one year, your ticket is also valid at the jewish museum in Schnaittach