This video series is made possible with funding from Elliot and Eloise Kaplan.
We thank them for their support in ensuring these stories are told, shared and endure.
Video Library
It Happened Right Here
Our ongoing series of short documentary films explore the early days of Jewish life and activities in the Upper Midwest. Launched in 2020, we hope this will be a continuing exploration of the places we lived, and the things we did. Look forward to more regions and topics explored in 2023.
JHSUM 35th Anniversary Presentation
It Happened Right Here
This video was created for the 35th Anniversary event held at the Ted Mann Theater in September of 2019.
B’Nai Abraham - Virginia, Minnesota
B'Nai Abraham
A group of dedicated people worked tirelessly over a period of 8 years to save and restore the last remaining Synagogue on the Iron Range.
We Knew Who We Were
We Knew Who We Were
This film was originally produced in 1999, with interviews and commentary by members of the community who lived, worked and grew up in the old North Side. It was re-released with additional commentary in 2008.