The "Jewish Town Museum" Project

Volunteers are restoring and developing a museum that recreates the atmosphere of a Jewish town, introducing visitors to the culture, crafts, and history of Bratslav’s Jewish community, while creating a space for education, remembrance, and intergenerational dialogue.

Project Description:

The project is aimed at restoring the Craft Museum in Bratslav (Vinnytsia region), which showcases the daily life, traditions, and crafts of a Jewish town. Volunteers carry out research, restoration, and educational activities: assisting in organizing exhibitions, creating display panels, collecting historical materials, and conducting guided tours.

In addition to the museum, thematic volunteer-led excursions are organized to sites important to the history of the Bratslav Jewish community, helping to preserve memory and make it accessible to contemporary audiences.

Goals:

• Restore and maintain the Craft Museum in Bratslav.
• Preserve the historical and cultural heritage of the Jewish town.
• Increase community and youth awareness of the region’s Jewish history.
• Create opportunities for volunteer and educational activities.
• Develop the city’s tourism potential through cultural initiatives.

Role of Volunteers:

• Participate in the restoration of museum exhibits and facilities.
• Collect historical materials, photographs, and residents’ memories.
• Assist in arranging exhibitions and creating thematic panels.
• Conduct tours and educational events for visitors.
• Promote the museum through social media, publications, and community events.

Outcomes:

• The Craft Museum dedicated to the life of Bratslav’s Jewish town has been restored.
• Materials on the community’s history have been preserved and systematized.
• A series of tours and public events has been held for the community and city visitors.
• Awareness among locals and youth of Jewish cultural heritage has increased.
• A sustainable platform for volunteer activities in the field of historical memory has been established.