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Rhode Island Jewish Historical Association

The oldest local ethnic historical society in Rhode Island.

News

Keep up to date with what projects the RIJHA is working on.
 
 

Digitial Archives

We have digitized a lot of our collections and made them accessible online including Obituaries, the RIJH Notes, and the Jewish Voice & Herald. Find them here!

research services

Research Services

Use our extensive archive and research services to research your family’s history in RI! We are happy to assist with genealogy and any other research request you have.

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What’s going on at the RIJHA?

SAVE THE DATE:
April 27, 2025           
Georgia Hunter, author of the novel ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’
Author Talk and Book Signing 

Please check back for time and more details of the programming.

On behalf of Rhode Island Jewish Historical Association, we extend our congratulations to Temple Emanu-El on their 100th anniversary. We are excited about the opportunity to partner with Temple Emanu-El on an Adult Education Lecture Series focusing on Jewish history. The series is ongoing. Please check back for dates, times and more details of the programming.

If you would like to complete your 2024 Membership online, please navigate to our Membership page to fill out your information electronically! 

Notes

The 2023 edition of the RIJH Notes (click here) has been sent out! If you need extra copies, or have not received yours, please let us know!

 

Membership

Membership the RIJHA Offers:
– Access to our extensive archive collection that includes: obituaries, large photograph collection, family, business, and synagogue records, directories and manuscripts
– A free copy of our annual journal, the RIJH Notes
– Invitation to our annual meetings and special events
– Access to research and genealogical services.

 Contact us today to sign up! Click here