Upcoming exhibition celebrates the Jewish experience in comic books
New York City”™s Center for Jewish History (CJH) is planning to open its new exhibition “JewCE! The Museum and Laboratory of the Jewish Comics Experience” on Oct. 6.
The new exhibition presents a collection of original artworks, historical artifacts, and interactive installations celebrating the rich tapestry of Jewish narratives depicted through the lens of Jewish comics and graphic artists. Highlights include original Captain America artwork by co-creator Joe Simon, the rare 1933 “Reign of the Superman” story by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, and the comics of Holocaust survivor Lily Renée, one of the earliest women in the comic book industry.
Presented in conjunction with “JewCE” will be a Jewish comic book convention from Nov. 11-12.
“Superheroes are a Jewish invention ”“ comic books are a Jewish invention,” said Roy Schwartz, the co-curator of the exhibition and author of “Is Superman Circumcised? The Complete Jewish
History of the World”™s Greatest Hero.” “They”™re the biggest thing in showbiz today, but their historical origins and their themes are rooted in Jewish culture. It”™s a fascinating story, every bit as colorful and exciting as the comics and movies. I”™m thrilled visitors will get to experience it, including never-before-seen artifacts, images, and art.”
Information and tickets on the exhibition and the comic book convention can be found at the CJH website.