The Jewish Museum of Australia
Sir Zelman Cowen Governor General, Banner The Age, 15 July 1977, Jewish Museum of Australia Collection.
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Sir Zelman Cowen
AK GCMG GCVO QC
7.10.1919 - 8.12.2011
"As we mourn the sad loss of Sir Zelman Cowen, one of the most distinguished individuals in Australia, we celebrate his achievements and honour his thirty years as Patron of the Jewish Museum of Australia. It's timely that this month we begin major works on the redevelopment of the Australian Jewish History Gallery to make way for a stunning new gallery named the Zelman Cowen Gallery of Australian Jewish History. On the occasion of Sir Zelman's 90th birthday in 2009, he graciously agreed to have the Gallery named in his honour..."
Rebecca Forgasz,
Director,
Jewish Museum of Australia
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For information about the Shloshim for Sir Zelman Cowen please click here and to view the poster click here
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Under the directorship of Rebecca Forgasz, the Museum announces the launch of its New Vision to include a commitment to regular children and family programming, formal education programs tied to the National Curriculum, the celebration of Jewish festivals and a commitment to evolving and remaining relevant to a changing community.
The goal? To become the cultural destination for the community.
+ Click here to read more
+ Click here to download the Strategic Plan 2012-14
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26 Alma Rd
St Kilda
Victoria 3182
2 minute walk from tram stop 32 on St Kilda Rd (Routes 3 or 67)
Adult $10
Family $20
Concession $5
P: 61 3 8534 3600
F: 61 3 9534 0844
E: info@jewishmuseum.com.au
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Tues -Thurs 10am - 4pm
Sunday
10am - 5pm
Closed Jewish Holy days
Due to the current gallery redevelopment there may be some disruption to regular opening hours and certain exhibitions over Summer. You can read more about our gallery redevelopment here. Please call our office prior to your visit if you would like more information.
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