For students in grades K–12, mixed age groups, and families; available by reservation Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays
ADMISSION: Free for Bay Area K–12 school groups through the 2024–2025 academic year
Bring Jewish history and culture to life for your students with an immersive learning experience at The Contemporary Jewish Museum (The CJM). Step inside our landmark building, a transformed power station, and explore the diverse stories of Jewish immigrants who ventured to San Francisco during the Gold Rush. Discover how the whimsical angles, rubble bricks, and hidden Hebrew letters create intentional spaces symbolizing the vibrant life of San Francisco. Students will further their adventure with a hands-on building design challenge, reflecting on the stories of their own multifaceted identities.
This tour is geared toward Jewish synagogue, day schools, and youth groups, but is open to all school groups.
For similar tours geared toward broader school audiences, please see Adventures in Architecture and Building our City.
Book your tour using the button below, or visit our School Tours page to see all of our tour options.
The CJM offers an array of free, downloadable resources designed to prepare students and teachers to view exhibitions, and to support your tour experience.
For questions or assistance, call 415.655.7855 or email schools@thecjm.org. Plus, for the latest updates on new programs and resources for educators, sign up for our mailing list below.
Major support for K-12 School and Teacher Programs is generously provided by California Bank & Trust; William Randolph Hearst Foundation; Barbara and Ronald Kaufman; The Bernard Osher Foundation; Pacific Gas and Electric Company; and Yerba Buena Community Benefit Fund.