The National Library of Israel
and Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana
VENICE AND THE HEBREW BOOK
Symposium
28 July 2016
marking 500 years of the Venice Ghetto
Join us in Venice for the symposium
Venice and the Hebrew Book
Thursday 28 July 2016
15:00–18:30
Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana,
SALE MONUMENTALI,
Piazzetta San Marco 13/a, Venezia
Few cities had greater influence on the development of Jewish books than Venice. The National Library of Israel is bringing together leading international experts for a symposium to be held in the spectacular setting of the Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana in the heart of Venice.
We invite you to discover the stories behind Hebrew printing in Venice from the 16th century and the people whose influence spread beyond the walls of the Ghetto and across generations.
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The symposium will be held in English
Air-conditioning
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The event is free of charge and open to the public
Seating is limited and admission is on a first come first served basis at the venue. Doors open at 14:45
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Supported by the Rothschild Foundation (Hanadiv) Europe
For further information please email: venice500@nli.org.il