Sydney Jewish Museum

The Sydney Jewish Museum is a history museum located at 148 Darlinghurst Road in Darlinghurst, inner-city Sydney, New South Wales. Founded in 1992 by Holocaust survivors, it is housed in the historic Maccabean Hall. The museum documents the Holocaust through survivor testimonies and artefacts, and explores Jewish history, culture and life in Australia. It is notable for its extensive Holocaust collection, educational programs and memorial role.

Visitors can expect a multi-level museum housed in the historic Maccabean Hall with permanent and temporary exhibitions. The core display covers the Holocaust through photographs, artefacts, documents and video testimonies from Holocaust survivors, alongside exhibits on Jewish history, culture and settlement in Australia. Visitors can explore memorial spaces, interactive displays, and a resource centre, with guided tours and audio guides available to navigate the galleries.