Jewish American Heritage Month, celebrated each May since its establishment in 2006, honors generations of American Jews who have helped shape the nation’s history and culture.

In Omaha, the Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC), the Nebraska Jewish Historical Society, and the Jewish Federation of Omaha will host a reception in recognition of the month. Omaha Mayor John Ewing Jr. will present an official proclamation on Tuesday, May 19 at 9:00 a.m. with refreshments to follow in the Eisenberg Gallery of the Staenberg Omaha JCC.

To RSVP for the reception, please click here.

New this year….Celebrate with us all month long by collecting bookmarks featuring famous Jewish Nebraskans and discovering stories from our local history. And, follow along on our Facebook and Instagram to learn more about the Jewish community that helped shape Nebraska.