Mission Statement

The Magnes is a museum of art and history focused on the Jewish experience.  The Museum demonstrates a commitment to both tradition and experimentation through a wide-ranging collection, original exhibitions, provocative programs, and research facilities, including the largest history center relating to the Jews in the American West.  The Magnes is a place of discovery for Jews and the community at large, and contributes to international scholarship and culture. 

Judah L. Magnes Museum
2911 Russell Street
Berkeley CA 94705
PH 510.549.6950
FAX 510.849.3673
Visitor Info

General inquiries: info@magnes.org

Western Jewish History Center: wjhc@magnes.org

Blumenthal Rare Books and Manuscript Library: wjhc@magnes.org

Collections, exhibitions: fpowell@magnes.org

Membership: gmarkham@magnes.org

School tours: agreen@magnes.org

Docent tours:  info@magnes.org

Program reservations: info@magnes.org

Press:  vreinhart@magnes.org

Mailing address:
2911 Russell Street
Berkeley, CA 94705