Hands-On Tour: Early Hebrew Books I

Date / Time

  • March 24, 2017
    3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Location

2008-2010 Delancey Place, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19103, United States

Registration

Description

Explore the philosophy and history of some of the first books printed in the Hebrew language. Each has its own visual beauty and its own story to tell about early printing in Europe, local cultural tensions, change, and continuity.Whether you are a reader of Hebrew or not, you can engage with these volumes and learn about early works of philosophy and faith.

About Hands-On Tours

Offered almost every Friday at 3:00 p.m., Hands-On Tours allow visitors unparalleled access to rare and important items that are not usually on view to the public. Advance registration is strongly recommended, as there are a limited number of spots on each tour; tours without registrants 48 hours in advance will be cancelled.