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The Venetian Ghetto has been a staple of the Venice community for over 500 years, even after its gates were formally opened in 1797 with the arrival of Napoleon Bonaparte and the fall of the Republic of Venice. This project explores the dense, rich history of the ghetto. Interviews were also conducted with keystone members of the community, showcasing their history, traditions, and their importance to the community. This website also serves as a database of all the digital artifacts I collected during my brief time exploring the Venetian ghetto.

Key Features   

Interviews 

History of the Ghetto 

FAQ'S

What is the importance of this project

This project focuses on uncovering and preserving the diverse stories of the Venetian Ghetto, the first-ever Jewish ghetto established in 1516 in Venice, Italy. Through historical research and multimedia storytelling, the project seeks to highlight the resilience and cultural contributions of a community that endured centuries of marginalization and oppression.

How many participated in this research

We conducted 5 different interviews with 6 different members from the community. 

Where is the ghetto heading?

The history of the Venetian Ghetto demonstrates that enforced isolation did not extinguish Jewish life but rechanneled it into forms of resilience and cultural expression that outlasted the ghetto itself.

“I grew up in these streets, in the ghetto. We did not feel different."

Clara Aboaf - ADEI Member 

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