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Photos Matthew Baigell’s Heritage Book Launch

On June 2, 2026 the HUC Heller Museum, the Jerusalem Biennale and the Jewish Art Salon presented a discussion with renowned art historian Matthew Baigell about his latest publication Heritage: Jewish Artists in America since 1900.
Featuring Baigell in conversation with Jewish Art Salon artists Siona Benjamin, Tobi Kahn, Lenore Mizrahi-Cohen, Archie Rand, Joel Silverstein, Yona Verwer, and David Wander.

Heritage: Jewish Artists in America since 1900 by Matthew Baigell (Syracuse University Press) traces a century of artistic genius, from Mark Rothko’s ethereal abstractions to Max Weber’s bold modernism, rooted in Eastern European immigrant dreams, moral fire, and unyielding cultural threads. It redefines American art history by centering Jewish voices that refused to fade into the background.

A panel discussion featuring several speakers seated at a table, with an audience in the foreground. Behind them is a screen displaying an artwork.
A panel of speakers sitting at a table in a conference setting, with an audience in front of them, discussing a topic related to the event.
A panel of four individuals seated at a table during an event, with one person holding a microphone and another positioned near a screen displaying artwork.
Two men seated at a table during a discussion. One man, wearing a blue suit and a hat, is speaking into a microphone, while the other man, dressed in a dark suit and tie, listens attentively.
A presenter in a cap is speaking while gesturing towards a large screen displaying detailed illustrations and comics.
A panel discussion featuring three speakers seated on stage. A woman in a light-colored outfit holds a microphone while speaking. Two men are seated beside her, one wearing a blue shirt and the other in a suit and hat. The background includes artwork.
A panel discussion featuring three speakers: a man with gray hair speaking into a microphone, a woman in a white dress seated with a contemplative expression, and an older man in a hat sitting beside another man in a suit. The backdrop includes textured art pieces.
A panel discussion featuring three speakers seated around a table, with one speaker gesturing while speaking into a microphone. The setting appears to be an event space with background visuals.
A panel discussion featuring two speakers. One man, wearing a blue blazer and gray cap, is speaking into a microphone while sitting at a table. A woman with blonde hair sits next to him, listening attentively. In the background, a screen displays images related to the discussion.
A man wearing a gray cap and glasses is seated, holding a microphone and speaking. He is dressed in a blue blazer over a plaid shirt. Behind him is a large screen displaying various images and symbols, including a Star of David and other graphics.
A speaker in a suit addresses an audience at a panel discussion, while three other panelists sit in the background. The setting appears to be an indoor venue with seating arrangements.
A panel discussion featuring four individuals seated at a table. One speaker, a woman, holds a microphone and addresses the audience. The others include two men and a woman, all engaged in the conversation, with various expressions. Background exhibits can be seen on the wall.

Photos by Ariel Podwal and Richard McBee.

Video of Richard McBee’s presentation followed by Matthew Baigell’s panel discussion.

Introduction by Jean Rosensaft, Director, Heller Museum.

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The Jewish Art Salon (JAS) is a 501.c.3 non-profit organization. It is a global network of contemporary visual artists and art professionals. Established in 2008 and based in New York City, JAS has over 400 members and over 2,000 participants.  Through its 60+ shows, events and collaborations in the US, Europe and Israel, JAS has reached approximately 30,000 individuals since its inception. JAS provides important programs and resources, and develops lasting partnerships with the international art community and the general public.

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