Archive - Michiana Jewish Historical Society

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Anne Feferman shares a fascinating story of her family's business in South Bend.

Aug 24, 2021

Gloria Wolvos remembers moving to South Bend and becoming Bat Mitzvah at Sinai Synagogue.

Mar 11, 2022

We recently posted a tribute to our very own Posi Tucker, Michiana's first female sports reporter and all around renaissance woman.

Mar 25, 2022

Honoring the life of David Piser, co-founder of the Michiana Jewish Historical Society

Oct 23, 2019

Find South Bend's Jewish history with us this Sunday, August 22nd!

Aug 17, 2021

Continuing our series on local Jewish influences on the world of sports, today we bring you a story on Indiana baseball legend Barney Zoss.

Apr 1, 2022

Peter Firestein remembers working for Block Bros. Jewelers in downtown South Bend.

Nov 2, 2021

Ina Rosenberg recounts an eventful trip to Saint Mary's in the Progressive Bakery truck.

Aug 31, 2021

In these hard times the Michiana Jewish Historical Society wishes you a warm Passover. Even though we can't be with our friends and families for Seder…

Apr 7, 2020

With hope for a happy and healthy new year, and that we can be together again soon.

Sep 16, 2020

Barb Asher remembers details of her family's business, include a radio jingle sure to get stuck in your head!

Oct 12, 2021

Maggie Goldberg has resigned her position of Executive Director of the Michiana Jewish Historical Society, a position she has held since 2010.

Jun 30, 2020

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