Cart
0
$0.00
Windows to the Past:
Discovering the Shtetls of Lithuania
Thursday, March 20
Please note that the times (in the US) are different from our usual schedule!
USA 1:00 pm PT / 4:00 pm ET
UK 8:00 pm / France 09:00 pm / Israel 10:00 pm
The talk will last approximately 90 minutes
About this talk
Today, let's take a step back in time to explore the journey from Vilnius to Biržai, a route rich with history and meaning. This path takes us through the heartland of Jewish shtetls—small towns that were once vibrant centers of Jewish life. These communities thrived on trade, scholarship, and a deep sense of community.
As we travel through places like Ukmerge, Anykščiai, Panevezys, Kupiskis, Rokiskis and Biržai, we'll uncover the stories that shaped these towns. Each one played a role in the broader Jewish cultural and religious heritage of this region.
We'll look at what made these shtetls unique: their marketplaces, synagogues, scholars, and artisans. We'll also reflect on how these communities navigated the challenges and changes of their time. These stories aren't just fragments of the past—they're a vital part of the Jewish history and of our collective memory.
About Daniel
Daniel Gurevich was born in Vilnius in 1979 and made Aliyah to Israel in 1997, before returning to Lithuania and becoming an expert in the travel industry.
Today, he is the General Manager of his family business, the travel agency Jerulita. His tours are conducted in Hebrew, English, Russian, and Lithuanian, and focus on Jewish heritage, religion, history, and culture. The Holocaust and relations between Jews and local people are subjects of particular interest to him, and he conducts personal research in these areas. Architecture, especially Art Nouveau, is one of his specialties.
He enjoys working with people, and each tour gives him new energy for the next one.
Click here to register
You will be asked to select one of these options:
General admission - $18
Supported admission - $9
Sponsor this talk - $36
With your contribution you will also be donating to the youth club ILAN in Vilnius. This local Jewish community organization does a great job bringing Jewish values to our children.
