News & Updates

Stay informed about what’s happening at the Jewish Museum Curaçao—from new exhibitions and cultural events to behind-the-scenes stories, staff highlights, and community impact. Stay updated with Curaçao community events and new cultural heritage programs that bring history to life. Learn about the Jewish influence on Caribbean trade, migration, and identity in our latest news updates—perfect for researchers, travelers, and curious minds exploring heritage destinations in the Caribbean.
  • Supporters of the Jewish Museum Curaçao pictured with donated Judaica and books, contributing to heritage preservation.

    Support that Makes a Difference: Gifts from the Heart

    A family’s legacy becomes part of the museum. The museum is proud to receive a generous donation from Dolly Becher-Paiken, who shared a wealth of family materials—photographs, home videos, documents, and memorabilia. Her contribution helps deepen the museum’s understanding of Curaçao’s Jewish community and ensures that personal stories remain at the heart of our exhibitions….

  • Ongoing renovation work at the Jewish Museum Curaçao, marking a new chapter in its cultural and historical preservation.

    A New Chapter: Museum Renovation and Expansion

    Building for the future by honoring the past. Construction is underway on the museum’s newest addition—a wing dedicated to the Jewish experience in Curaçao during World War II. The expansion also includes new storage facilities, a refreshed entrance, and enhanced accessibility features throughout. Set to reopen on May 18, International Museum Day, the project marks…

  • Students from the Hillel program explore Jewish heritage during a cultural tour in Curaçao.

    Hillel International Visits Jewish Museum Curaçao

    A visit that bridged generations and continents. Thanks to a three-year collaboration with PSU Hillel, the Jewish Museum Curaçao now welcomes student service groups through Hillel International. These visits include hands-on museum work, cultural exchanges, and reflections on Jewish identity in a Caribbean context. The groups explored the museum’s exhibits, walked through the historic Snoa,…

  • Newspaper clipping announcing the new wing of the Jewish Museum Curaçao opening in Punda in 2025.

    Museum in the News

    The Jewish Museum Curaçao has been featured in both local Caribbean magazines and international heritage media for its dynamic exhibitions and deep ties to Sephardic and Caribbean history. Journalists and scholars highlight it as a model for inclusive storytelling on Jewish migration, diaspora resilience, and Curaçao’s global cultural role.

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Every donation helps us preserve history and make it accessible to future generations. Your support is essential for creating new exhibitions, expanding our educational programs, and keeping this legacy alive for students, researchers, and future generations. 
Our museum is part of a growing list of Curaçao museums that offer free entry for locals on special days, encouraging deeper community participation. With your support, we can achieve even more—celebrate culture, educate the next generation, and honor the stories that shaped Curaçao’s Jewish community.

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