The Strathcona neighbourhood is full of history but it’s not just one story. Many communities have strong ties here, connecting into neighbouring Chinatown and Powell Street. In May 2019, a new grass-roots initiative took shape as the sold-out Cross Cultural Walking Tours, bringing together as many as 10 tour guides per tour and 17 partner … Keep Reading
British journalist Natasha Blair joined JMABC Director of Community Engagement Michael Schwartz for a walking tour of Strathcona and Gastown earlier this year. The Jewish Chronicle has now published her article, which you can read here.
The JMABC is thrilled to announce that we and our partners in the Cross Cultural Strathcona Walking Tour Working Group have been awarded an Award of Merit for Excellence in Community Engagement from the BC Museums Association. This award is a tremendous honour and we deeply appreciate this recognition by our colleagues. Each year, inspiring and innovative museum programs … Keep Reading
The neighbourhood of Strathcona is one of Vancouver’s earliest residential districts, and a place of great importance for many of the city’s communities. Over the years, the Jewish, Italian, Chinese, Japanese, Ukrainian, First Nations and Black communities have all made a home here, setting up shops, community halls, and houses of worship – all the … Keep Reading
Buildings such as the Jewish Community Centre, King David High School and Temple Sholom synagogue are among landmarks in the Oakridge neighbourhood, but alongside their architectural importance, it’s the history and stories associated with them that help imbue them with life and meaning. Michael Schwartz, director of community engagement at the Jewish Museum and Archives … Keep Reading