"Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History" Screening
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
6:00
p.m.
- 8:00
p.m.
Off Campus
Community,
Staff
This four-episode special examines the historic relationship between Black and Jewish American communities in all its complexity, possibility, and depth. Its purpose for lifting up this important but under-told history: to create shared understanding so new Black-Jewish coalitions can form and thrive. This series is hosted by Henry Louis Gates, Jr., and chronicles the complex relationship of the Black and Jewish communities -- both uniquely close and uniquely fraught. With honesty, humor, and attention to the many experiences within and across these communities, it will bring forward a rich history to see what it teaches us about the American experiment and the promise of a multiracial, multicultural democracy. Enjoy a Preview Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=If-u9B4wZbA
Schedule:
6:00PM Dessert Reception
6:30PM Screening
7:30PM Panel Discussion and Q&A Session
Panel:
Rabbi Javier Cattapan, Temple Emanuel, Grand Rapids
Dr. Robert Franciosi, Professor Emeritus of Writing, GVSU
Coach John Robinson, Leadership Coach, Grand Rapids
Moderated by Jennifer Moss, Host and News Anchor, WGVU Public Media
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Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum
Grand Rapids MI, United States
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This event was added on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 5:55 p.m.