Since the first Jew was documented as residing in Kingston upon Hull in 1766, the Hull Jewish community has continued to evolve to become one of Hull’s oldest ethnic minorities groups. The community has been shaped by the ebb and flow of every high tide as the port was a global conduit for Jewish immigrants, emigrants and transmigrants.
Yet from the time of the Napoleonic Wars in the late eighteenth century Hull also became a permanent place of sizeable Jewish settlement numbering the hundreds in the early nineteenth century, and eventually thousands by the beginning of the twentieth century.
This illustrated talk explores the city’s Jewish community and the economic, political and cultural contributions the community made to ensure Hull’s heyday as the third port of England.
Visitors to the talk will have the opportunity to visit the Jewish Living Experience afterwards.
Venue Details
At Hull Minster we have strong artistic roots with 700 years of cultural and artistic tradition. We encourage artists and performers as well as cultivating participation in the arts for city centre communities.
Facilities
Assistance Dogs
Blue-Badge Parking
Level Access
Wheelchair Access
