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Marc Lavry: Dan Hashomer
Neil W. Levin continues his exploration of Yiddish opera under the auspices of his position as Anne E. Leibowitz Visiting Professor-in-Residence in Music.
Reorganizing the Strashun Rabbinic Collection
For several weeks, the Library has been reorganizing the Strashun Rabbinic collection.
Letters from Sholem Aleichem
B. Cassel's grandon, Andrew W. Cassel, donated 19 pages, in Yiddish and in Russian, of letters from Sholem Aleichem, as well as from the latter’s son-in- law, Yiddish and Hebrew writer Y. D. Berkowitz, and from Olga Rabinowitz, Sholem Aleichem’s wife.
The Collection of Mira Jedwabnik Van Doren
YIVO received the collection of artist, filmmaker, and daughter of Vilna, Mira Jedwabnik Van Doren.
The Collection of Israel Zajd
Israel Zajd’s collection of materials documenting the history and activities of Morgnshtern during the 1920s and 1930s: leadership and conference proceedings; competitions and meets; sports clubs; and participation in the Workers’ Olympiads.
Students Discover Jewish History at the YIVO Learning and Media Center
Since the YIVO Learning and Media Center’s (YLMC) June opening, we have had a whirlwind of visits from high schools, colleges, universities, and other institutions.
YIVO Hosts Gala Marking its 100th Anniversary
Over 300 guests attended the YIVO Institute for Jewish Research’s Centennial Gala in November 2025 at Tribeca 360, marking a milestone year for the organization and raising nearly $900K.
Volunteering at the YIVO Archives
Alys Kremer discusses her experience volunteering in the YIVO Archives.
