Tangier’s medina now hosts a new museum dedicated to celebrating and preserving the city’s Jewish history.
The Beit Yehuda Museum was inaugurated in a ceremony attended by local residents, regional authorities—including Mohamed Mhidia, governor of the Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima region—and Omar Moro, President of the Regional Council.
Berdugo emphasized that the museum reflects Morocco’s rich cultural and civilizational diversity, showcasing how Jewish heritage is an integral part of the nation’s cultural fabric.
Serge Berdugo, Secretary General of the Council of Jewish Communities of Morocco, was also present at the event. He highlighted the significance of the museum’s opening, stating that it embodies King Mohammed VI’s vision to strengthen the bonds between the Moroccan diaspora and their homeland.
The project was part of efforts to rehabilitate the city’s synagogue, which had been abandoned for over 60 years. The rehabilitation, costing MAD 2 million (approximately $192,361) and funded by Morocco’s Ministry of Culture, included restoring the historic site. A committee from the Jewish community also contributed financially to the museum’s scenography and efforts to preserve and promote Jewish cultural heritage.
The project was part of efforts to rehabilitate the city’s synagogue, which had been abandoned for over 60 years. The rehabilitation, costing MAD 2 million (approximately $192,361) and funded by Morocco’s Ministry of Culture, included restoring the historic site. A committee from the Jewish community also contributed financially to the museum’s scenography and efforts to preserve and promote Jewish cultural heritage.