Hanukkah | Jewish Historical Society

Although this year’s celebration has been marred by the recent tragedies in Israel, we hope the holiday helps brighten your spirits and evokes the triumphs over all the foes of the Jewish people. Below are photos from our archives that capture the meaning of Hanukkah.

Hanukkah being celebrated at the Jewish Family Services — Hanukkah being celebrated at the Jewish Family Services. Please help us identify these folks, location, and date

Hanukkah show time at the Yavneh Academy, 1948 — Hanukkah show time at the Yavneh Academy, 1948. Teachers Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Friedman direct these young performers. Can you help us identify these entertainers?

Lighting the candles and reading the story of Hanukkah at the Washington Township JCC — Lighting the candles and reading the story of Hanukkah at the Washington Township JCC. Can you help us identify these youngsters?

Teachers at the Hillel School in Passaic play and sing Hanukkah songs with the children — Teachers at the Hillel School in Passaic play and sing Hanukkah songs with the children. Please help us identify these folks.

Hanukkah being celebrated at the Jewish Federation. — Hanukkah being celebrated at the Jewish Federation. Who is the elderly gent with the candle?

Hanukkah celebration at the Gerrard Berman School in Oakland. — Hanukkah celebration at the Gerrard Berman School in Oakland. Help us identify these gentlemen.