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On the Jewish Wig

Jun 17, 2026 | JMW News

Why do married Jewish women wear wigs? Do all of them wear one? Where does this tradition come from, and what motivates women today to hide their hair? The monotheistic religions all have similar attitudes to female modesty. As early as 1000 BCE, the Middle Assyrian Laws stipulated that married women should cover their hair in […] | more

In memoriam: Alice Baar (1952 – 2026)

Jun 17, 2026 | JMW News

On June 1, 2026, the Jewish Museum Vienna lost a great friend with the passing of Alice Baar. Since the museum’s founding, she attended numerous exhibition openings and took a keen interest in our activities. Warm-hearted and spirited, she brought both enthusiasm and thoughtful criticism to our work. Her insights challenged our thinking, while her […] | more