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Jewish Life on Nantucket

J. Junker

There is a wealth of information about the role Nantucket played in the whaling industry during the 19th century. What’s less known is the extent to which Jewish immigrants participated in the whaling industry and later in Nantucket commerce. A collaboration between the Nantucket Historical Association and the Nantucket Jewish Congregation Hirat HaYam brings a new exhibition to the Whitney Gallery: it’s titled Strangers to Neighbors, Jewish Life on NantucketWe talk with Esta-Lee Stone, a member of the Nantucket Jewish Congregation and a curator for the exhibition.

 

 

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Mindy Todd is the host and producer of <i>The Point</i> on WCAI which examines critical issues for Cape Cod and the Islands. She brings more than 40 years of experience in radio and television to WCAI.