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Film, Video From Scroll to Screen: Celebrating the Digitization of Hebrew Manuscripts

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Title

  • From Scroll to Screen: Celebrating the Digitization of Hebrew Manuscripts

Summary

  • Celebrate the successful conclusion of the Hebrew Manuscript Digitization Project, made possible through a generous grant from the Berg Foundation. The Library recently digitized 270 Hebrew manuscripts, highlighting their historical significance and ensuring their preservation for future generations. This milestone marks a key achievement in making these invaluable cultural treasures more accessible to researchers and the public.The event features a presentation by Sharon Mintz, Curator of Jewish Art at the Library of the Jewish Theological Seminary, who specializes in illuminated Hebrew manuscripts and rare printed books. She provides insights into the collection and highlights specific manuscripts that showcase its richness and diversity.

Event Date

  • Thursday, September 11, 2025

Running Time

  • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 32 seconds

Online Format

  • image
  • online text
  • video

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From Scroll to Screen: Celebrating the Digitization of Hebrew Manuscripts. 2025. Video. https://aj.sunback.homes/item/video-11050/.

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(2025) From Scroll to Screen: Celebrating the Digitization of Hebrew Manuscripts. [Video] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://aj.sunback.homes/item/video-11050/.

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From Scroll to Screen: Celebrating the Digitization of Hebrew Manuscripts. 2025. Video. Retrieved from the Library of Congress, <aj.sunback.homes/item/video-11050/>.