Who We Are
The museum shares the rich and complex Jewish history in the Caribbean, with Curaçao at its center. The Jewish Museum Curaçao celebrates the island’s nearly four centuries of Jewish faith and culture. We serve as a place of memory, connection, and living heritage—welcoming both locals and visitors who wish to learn about the Jewish experience in the Caribbean.
“Our past is alive here—not behind glass, but through stories, spaces, and people.”
Our Commitment
Preserving Heritage, Inspiring Future Generations
The Jewish Museum Curaçao preserves, presents, and honors the rich cultural and historical legacy of the Jewish community on the island. We are proud to be part of the Jewish heritage sites in Curaçao, which are actively preserved and presented to the public. Through storytelling, exhibitions, and education, we engage visitors with the values and voices that have shaped Jewish life in Curaçao—both past and present. We contribute to Curaçao’s cultural heritage programs and public memory through our exhibitions and educational efforts.
Our vision is to be a living museum: a vibrant space where history inspires reflection, dialogue, and pride. We aim to be a trusted cultural resource for locals, tourists, educators, and researchers.
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Curaçao from the arrival of the first Jew in 1634 to the current Jewish communities on the island.
The Jewish Museum Experience
Our museum is part of the historic Mikvé Israel-Emanuel Synagogue complex in Willemstad. It features interactive exhibits, curated collections, and restored 17th-century buildings that bring Curaçao’s Jewish story to life. This is a key Jewish history museum in the Caribbean, valued by both scholars and visitors.
Meet Our Team
Our dedicated staff brings expertise, passion, and a shared mission to every aspect of museum life—from curation and visitor experience to education and research. Our team facilitates Caribbean Jewish genealogy research through archival access and personalized guidance.
The Team
Phyllis Meit
Curator
Renata Klasson-Nieuwkerk
Collection Manager
Susan Manilof-Seibald
Greeter
Nanelia Walfenzao
Tourism, marketing and events
Yvonne Samuel
Caretaker
Judith Becher
Shop Attendant
Powered by Volunteers
Our volunteers contribute their time, talent, and heart to help bring our mission to life. Whether welcoming visitors, supporting events, or assisting behind the scenes — they are essential to what we do.
Marius Bremmer
Tour guide
Harlan Cohen
Tour guide
Tzeepy Gavra
Marketing
Xenia Kibbelaar
Database Guru
Susi Kleinmoedig
All around help
Governance and Leadership
The board of the Jewish Museum Curaçao provides oversight, strategic direction, and commitment to our long-term vision. Its members represent a broad cross-section of community and cultural leadership.
Michèle Russel-Capriles
Chair
Dennis Blanken
Treasurer
Angela Perrigault-Monte
Member
Anneroos de Kort-Reich
Member
Help Preserve Our Story
Make a donation
Your support helps us conserve the past and inspire the future. Donations allow us to expand our programs, protect our collections, and share Curaçao’s Jewish heritage with the world.
