Jewish Museum Reopens – DC Shooting Update
- reopened Thursday, a little over a week after a shooting claimed the lives of two Israeli Embassy employees.The museum, located at 3rd and F streets, welcomed visitors again...
- The museum's mission centers on exploring Jewish history and culture in the D.C.
- Chris Wolf, president of the museum’s board of directors, addressed visitors, stating that the reopening was an act of resilience.
The capital Jewish Museum in D.C. has bravely reopened following the tragic shooting that claimed the lives of two Israeli Embassy staff. This reopening marks a crucial moment, a declaration against hate, and a renewed commitment to exploring the Jewish experience in the D.C. area. The museum, now welcoming visitors, aims to provide a space for reflection, education, and remembrance, ensuring the vital work of understanding Jewish history and culture continues. The board president dedicated future work to the victims, Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, while Mayor Bowser expressed gratitude for the values reflected by the museum. The reopening serves as a testament of resilience and community strength. News Directory 3 reported on the tragedy and reopening. Discover what’s next for the museum and the community’s response.
Capital Jewish Museum Reopens After Shooting Tragedy
Updated May 29, 2025
The Capital Jewish Museum in downtown D.C. reopened Thursday, a little over a week after a shooting claimed the lives of two Israeli Embassy employees.The museum, located at 3rd and F streets, welcomed visitors again at noon amid a somber atmosphere, with many supporters leaving flowers and messages of condolence.
The museum’s mission centers on exploring Jewish history and culture in the D.C. area, providing a space for learning and reflection. Museum officials stated Thursday that reopening was essential to continue this vital work.
Chris Wolf, president of the museum’s board of directors, addressed visitors, stating that the reopening was an act of resilience. “Today’s reopening is not simply a return to normal; it is a declaration that we will not allow hate to silence our voices or diminish our commitment to building a better future,” Wolf said.
Wolf dedicated the museum’s future work to Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, the victims of the shooting. Mayor Muriel Bowser also spoke to the crowd, expressing gratitude for the values of the city reflected at the museum.
Lischinsky and Milgrim were killed May 21 after leaving an event hosted by the American Jewish Committee. Elias Rodriguez, of Chicago, faces charges in connection with the shooting, which has been denounced as an act of antisemitic violence. The reopening of the Capital Jewish Museum serves as a powerful statement against hate and a commitment to community and remembrance.
What’s next
The Capital Jewish Museum plans to continue its mission of education and cultural exploration, honoring the memory of the victims and fostering dialog and understanding within the community.