Museum of Tolerance

Herzog lauds work of Jewish lawyers in battling antisemitism and lies about Israel

Herzog warned of a collapse of the post-Holocaust world order, which includes an aggressive delegitimization of Israel by international institutions and a dangerously violent assault on world Jewry.

|ByGREER FAY CASHMAN
President Isaac Herzog delivers remarks during a ceremony honoring British singer-songwriter Boy George for his public support of Israel and the Jewish people, at the President’s Residence in Jerusalem, November 2, 2026.
President Isaac Herzog presents Boy George with an award at the President's Residence, Jerusalem, November 2, 2026.

Boy George meets with Herzog, visits Museum of Tolerance in Jerusalem during Israel trip

Also present at the event were Sylvan Adams, President of World Jewish Congress Israel and a member of the Museum of Tolerance Jerusalem's board of directors, and former hostage Elkana Bohbot.

|ByMAARIV, JERUSALEM POST STAFF
Sylvan Adams, President of the World Jewish Congress Israel welcomed Boy George to Israel

‘I just felt like I needed to say something’: Boy George arrives in Israel

The singer spoke about his Jewish friends, his decision to speak out following October 7 and his song “We Will Dance Again.”

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Jonathan Riss, Managing Director of the Museum of Tolerance Jerusalem, welcomes guests to the Forensic Symposium on Tuesday

From forensic evidence to global accountability: Families demand the world hear the truth of Oct. 7

First international forensic conference on Oct 7 led by Hadassah Medical Center in partnership with the Museum of Tolerance Jerusalem forensic experts shared accounts of efforts identify victims

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The Museum of Tolerance Jerusalem hosts international forensic conference on horrors of October 7

Leading professionals from the Israel Police, National Institute of Forensic Medicine, IDF, and international forensic community will convene to share the knowledge gained from that horrific day

OCTOBER 7, 2026ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
President Isaac Herzog at the inauguration of the Museum’s landmark exhibit - 6:29 - From Darkness to Light

Developing leaders for today and tomorrow

How the Museum of Tolerance Jerusalem’s Education Division is strengthening Israeli society by developing the skills to navigate disagreement, foster dialogue, and bridge divides across generations. 

SEPTEMBER 10, 2026ByELLIOT HELLER, IN COLLABORATION WITH THE MUSEUM OF TOLERANCE JERUSALEM
“Ethical Competence,” MOTJ’s Border Guard Training Program.

Ambassador Huckabee honored in Jerusalem at US Freedom 250 celebration

Museum of Tolerance Jerusalem presents its highest honor to the US ambassador, recognizing his longstanding support for Israel and leadership during a historic year for the alliance

SEPTEMBER 9, 2026ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
US Ambassador Mike Huckabee receives Museum of Tolerance Jerusalem’s Abraham Torch Award

Freedom 250 in Jerusalem: America celebrates 250 years at a defining moment

Mike Huckabee, "We celebrate not only 250 years of American independence but also the enduring partnership between two nations bound by shared values and an unwavering commitment to freedom.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2026ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
US Embassy Jerusalem celebrates 250 years at the Jerusalem of Tolerance Jerusalem

Israeli rock band Eifo Hayeled releases new album written against the backdrop of war

Created over the past three years against the backdrop of the Gaza war, the album moves between personal reflection and national pain.

JULY 27, 2026BySAGI BEN NUN
Israeli musician Hemi Rudner, performs in Bat-Hefer on March 13, 2024. Rudner is an Israeli singer-songwriter and the lead singer of the Israeli alternative rock band Eifo Hayeled.

Jerusalem highlights: June 26-July 2

What's new to do in Israel's capital?

JUNE 26, 2026ByHAGAY HACOHEN
‘New World, Take 2’ (see Tuesday).

October 7 documentary ‘The Prophet’ to make Jerusalem debut on Thursday

Melissa Francis said she was motivated to make the film after Oct. 7 to explain Israel to viewers outside the country, particularly in the United States.

JUNE 15, 2026ByKEN TOLTZ
Screening of "The Prophet" in Delray, Florida, June 8, 2026.

Grapevine, May 1, 2026: A landmark amendment

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

MAY 1, 2026ByGREER FAY CASHMAN
THE GIARDINO restaurant at The Jaffa hotel.

Kisch and Huckabee call to move embassies into Israel’s capital, Jerusalem

The US embassy in Israel was moved from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem in 2018, making it the first major power to relocate its embassy to Israel’s capital.

FEBRUARY 4, 2026ByESTHER DAVIS
Education Minister Yoav Kisch (L) and US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee (R), February 2026.

At the Museum of Tolerance Jerusalem, chess bridges war and division

Gil Borochovsky, CEO of the Israel Chess Federation said, “Beyond the sporting value, this is an extraordinary cultural celebration."

DECEMBER 4, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Hundreds of thousands of viewers followed the games online, including from countries that typically avoid participating in Israeli events