What is Yiddishkayt?

An Introduction to Yiddish Language and Culture

Join us for a nosh-and-learn with Richmond-based writer and translator Danny Kraft as part of the city-wide Richmond Yiddish Week. Together, we'll explore the origins of the Yiddish language and discover how Yiddish culture became one of the 20th century’s most dynamic diasporic traditions. We’ll also delve into the richness of Yiddish art and culture, from its historical roots to its contemporary expressions, as we consider the enduring power and meaning of Yiddish in our multicultural world.

No knowledge of Yiddish is necessary, and attendees of all backgrounds are welcome!

Sponsored by the Department of History, Jewish Studies, and the Humanities Center.