Are you a Galitzianer? Thousands of Jewish immigrants from historic Galicia (including parts of present-day Poland and Ukraine) settled in Western Pennsylvania at the turn of the 20th century. For our first annual “Special Interest Days,” the Jewish Genealogy Society of Pittsburgh and the Rauh Jewish Archives at the Heinz History Center are celebrating these …
Join Yeshiva Schools of Pittsburgh at the Heinz History Center for a celebration of eight decades of education. As the oldest Jewish day school in the city, we're proud to have had such a presence in educating and nurturing the next generations of Jewish leaders.
How terrible enumerators help us do better census research On Jan. 2, 1920, Henry Silverstein began his first day as a census enumerator by turning left instead of right. Things went downhill from there, and within days he became so overwhelmed that he resorted to an illegal scheme to finish the job. Through this shocking …
JGS Pittsburgh Presents: When Henry Silverstein Got Cold Read More »
Kaufmann’s Department Store holds a special place in Pittsburgh memory. Kaufmann’s iconic clock, its decorated window displays, its special cultural exhibits, its dynamic promotional offers, and of course its beloved Tic Toc Restaurant, Arcade Bakery, and Vendome boutique—all recall a golden age of downtown retailing history. Starting from a small menswear store on the South …
Once More Under the Clock: Remembering Kaufmann’s Read More »
Get on board for a guided tour through your family’s complex history! In this all-day seminar led by Emily Garber, you’ll learn where to start and how to explore your relatives’ lives. Discover clues about your family in the records they left behind. Train in the best research practices. Track your findings as you go. …
“Jewish Genealogy 101: The Ganze Mishpokhah (The Whole Family)” with Emily Garber Read More »
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