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Museum Exhibit Explores Jewish Fascination with Occultism

Published Sunday, May 24, 2026 · Updated May 25

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The YIVO Institute for Jewish Research in New York City is opening a new exhibit called 'Jews Are Magic.' This exhibit explores the historical Jewish engagement with mysticism, fortune-telling, and occult practices from the mid-19th to early 20th centuries, featuring artifacts related to Jewish psychics and healers.

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  • A new exhibit titled 'Jews Are Magic' is opening this month at the YIVO Institute for Jewish Research's Manhattan headquarters.
  • The exhibit delves into the historical Jewish engagement with mysticism, fortune-telling, and occult practices from the mid-19th to early 20th centuries.
  • It features artifacts and explores how Jews engaged with unseen realities, including prominent Jewish psychics and healers, despite traditional prohibitions.

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    The YIVO Institute for Jewish Research is opening an exhibit titled "Jews Are Magic" that explores the historical Jewish fascination with mysticism, fortune-telling, and occult practices from the mid-19th to early 20th centuries. The exhibit showcases how Jews, despite traditional prohibitions, engaged with unseen realities and features artifacts from prominent Jewish psychics and healers.

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