Illustrated map of North America with a sailing ship, depicting Sephardic migration and trade routes

American Sephardi Digital Collection

The American Sephardi section, a growing digital archive together with the physical exhibition Sephardic Jews and the Making of American Independence, marks 250 years of Sephardic Jewish contribution to American history. As part of the Sephardi Spaces project, it brings together biographies, educational resources, audio materials, and public programming for research, teaching, and community engagement.

Visit American Sephardi

Historical painting depicting Sephardic Jewish exiles journeying with their belongings

Discover Sephardic Stories Across Time and Space

Explore real lives, migrations, identities, languages, and cultural connections through a dynamic digital archive tracing Sephardic experiences across centuries, regions, and communities worldwide.

Visit the Archive

Join us in our projects to preserve and research the Sephardi identity through our innovative GIS database

Become an active member and collaborate on visualizing family migration routes. As a participant, you will receive a beautiful, immersive GIS visualization of your family’s migration paths, offering a unique glimpse into your heritage.

Together, we can make a lasting impact and ensure the continuity of this important cultural legacy. Your contributions are vital to enriching our understanding and enhancing the vibrancy of Sephardi culture.

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OUR EVENTS

Our Sephardic Studies Program invites you to connect with a rich cultural legacy. Stay updated and join our community in celebrating and learning. Welcome to a journey of discovery and scholarship.

Explore Sephardic heritage through our engaging events, including lectures, workshops, and cultural celebrations.
Events
Vintage portrait of three Sephardic women in formal dress, from the Sephardi Spaces archive
Vintage archival photograph of three Sephardic men in traditional dress, including a fez, from the Sephardi Spaces collection
Two antique studio portrait photographs, of a woman and a young girl, from the Sephardi Spaces archival collection

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Educational Outreach

Education plays a vital role in preserving and transmitting Sephardic traditions.

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Community Engagement

We believe in the power of community and actively engage with individuals and organizations that share our passion for Sephardic culture.

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Side Cultures

Explore a collaborative project from Spain: A journey into the coexistence of Jewish, Christian, and Muslim cultures in Medieval Spain.

OUR PROJECTS

Explore our ongoing projects.

Join us in our projects to actively contribute to the preservation and celebration of Sephardic culture. We are committed to meaningful endeavors that safeguard the richness of our shared heritage, ensuring its vibrancy and continuity for generations to come.

Projects
The George Feldenkreis Program in Judaic Studies logo, College of Arts and Sciences, University of Miami

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