The Jewish Comics Experience @ Capital Jewish Museum

02 Feb @ 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm

JewCE: The Jewish Comics Experience

Sunday, February 2, 2025
2:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Capital Jewish Museum
Transportation provided to and from TBA

Discover the Jewish roots of some of the most iconic superheroes and comic book stories! JewCE: The Jewish Comics Experience takes you on a journey through the golden age of comics, exploring the Jewish origins of beloved characters from the 1930s through the 1960s.

  • Did you know one superhero celebrated a bar mitzvah, and another crushed a glass at their comic book wedding?
  • Dive into the legacy of Jewish creators, writers, and artists behind characters like Spider-Man and Señorita Rio.
  • Explore sections on Yiddish and modern Hebrew cartoons, as well as contemporary graphic novels addressing Jewish themes from Israel to Iraq and beyond.

Highlights include:

  • Original rare comic books
  • Opportunities to draw your own comic page

Plus, get a glimpse of local DC-area comic fandom! Whether you’re a lifelong enthusiast or new to the world of comics, this event is for you.

RSVP required. Reserve your spot now and join us for this super-powered experience!

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