YIVO at 100: A Century of Yiddish Music and Folklore in Canada
Sun, Nov 23
|Live Event
Founded in 1925, the YIVO Institute for Jewish Research has been THE destination over the last century for knowledge and research of Yiddish language, culture, and civilization.
Time & Location
Nov 23, 2025, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. EST
Live Event
About the Act
SPONSOR / PRESENTER: The Azrieli Foundation
Founded in 1925, the YIVO Institute for Jewish Research has been THE destination over the last century for knowledge and research of Yiddish language, culture, and civilization. Through its treasured collections and robust programming and educational initiatives, YIVO has helped preserve the precious legacy of one thousand years of Ashkenazi Jewish life. While there is no official YIVO branch in Canada, the institution’s legacy has proliferated north of the border in numerous and notable ways. In this special event marking YIVO’s centennial, we will be joined by distinguished scholars and musicians who will share their unique insights and artistry as we delve into the distinct legacy of Yiddish song collection in Canada. The event will include lectures interspersed with musical performance.
Lecturers:
Itzik Gottesman is internationally recognized as a leading scholar and activist for Yiddish language and culture. Currently teaching at University of Texas-Austin, he…