From 24 March to 6 April, visitors to the SAJM can view My Family Story, a collection of student-driven artworks that express each person’s interpretation of his or her family’s story. The projects on display were submitted by Grade 8 pupils from Herzlia High School.
A flagship initiative of the ANU Museum of the Jewish People in Tel Aviv, Israel, My Family Story is a partnership with international Jewish museums to host a gallery of creations from their local Jewish schools. Young learners (aged 9-14) are invited to take a trip back in time and delve into their family history. Each learner’s discoveries become the inspiration for an engaging artistic installation that introduces their family, genealogy and traditions.
Part of the beauty of My Family Story is that it fosters intergenerational conversations between family members to ensure that their stories are not lost. Each artwork and the accompanying artist’s statement reflects those unique conversations. When viewed together, they highlight the shared heritage of Jewish families in South Africa and around the world.
At the opening event on 19 March, a panel of judges announced the top three projects that will enter the international competition for 2025.
Honourable Mentions
Anabella Rabinowitz – for a very creative approach to telling the story of your great-grandfather Louis.
Charlie Yankelowitz – for a fascinating story of your grandmother Veronica Hornung.
Kate Roytowski – for the beautifully transcribed letters & and period-specific postage stamps.
Hannah Minnie – for creative use of animation.
Jonah Borstrock – for a really well-made diorama
Jake Berkal – for sharing some truly precious family heirlooms & memories
4 finalists
Jayden Stein – who put together a well-researched family history, creatively presented with archival documents to give your family history extra gravitas.
Jake Flax – for a different approach, merging a very modern podcast format, but linking it to its roots in radio.
David Harries – for an exceptionally creatively well thought out concept and use of symbolism.
Isabella Stein – for the sheer amount of research and hard work and commitment to the project. ●
For more information please go to www.sajewishmuseum.co.za
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