Explore Exhibitions and Programs

June 17, 2026

Maltz Films Presents: Panic in the Streets (1950) w/ Post-film Discussion, Wednesday, June 17th at 6:30 pm

Produced by Sol Siegel, directed by Elia Kazan, written by Daniel Fuchs, starring Richard Widmark, Barbara Bel Geddes, Jack Palance, Paul Douglas and Zero Mostel. This unique thriller comes from the one and only Elia Kazan, legendary director of Gentleman’s Agreement (1947), A Streetcar Named Desire (1951) and On the Waterfront (1954). When a murder victim’s bullet riddled corpse also shows signs of infection with pneumonic plague, the usual rush to catch a killer takes on extra urgency as a race to stop a full-blown epidemic. This classic has great Jewish artists at every level of production, led by famous producer Sol Siegel. The script comes from Daniel Fuchs with uncredited support by Philip Yordan. The film also features music by the great Alfred Newman and Jewish screen legend, Zero Mostel in a supporting role. Presented with newsreels and a cartoon from 1950, plus a historical introduction by Ygal Kaufman and post-film talkback.

June 14, 2026

Family Funday: Superhero Sunday Part 1, Sunday, June 14th 11-5 pm

Calling all heroes! Suit up for a day of action-packed fun featuring superhero photo opportunities, hands-on comic book activities, and interactive experiences inside "Icons in Ink: The Jewish Comics Experience." Kids can test their superpowers, unleash their creativity, and discover how everyday heroes make a difference in our community. Come for an hour or stay all day—there's something for every hero between 11 am and 5 pm. ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ Schedule of Events & Superhero Sightings: ______________________________________________________________ 11 am - 1 pm: Superman & Supergirl ______________________________________________________________ 12 pm - 1:30 pm: The Bus Stop Food Truck (available for purchase) ______________________________________________________________ 1 - 3 pm: Spiderman & Shuri, The Black Panther ______________________________________________________________ 3 - 5 pm: Wonder Woman & Captain America

May 27, 2026

A Closer Look: The Adventures of Siegel and Shuster w/ Brad Ricca, Wednesday, May 27th at 7 pm

Don't miss your chance to hear directly from the man who spent a decade uncovering one of the greatest untold stories in American pop culture history. Brad Ricca, author of the acclaimed biography Super Boys, brings his electrifying research to life in this one-of-a-kind interactive lecture, taking audiences behind the cape and into the remarkable true story of how two Jewish teenagers from Cleveland accidentally changed the world forever. Through archival visuals, riveting storytelling, and a lively Q&A, Brad unpacks jaw-dropping discoveries, from the real woman who inspired Lois Lane, to the haunting mystery of Jerry Siegel's father's death, to the infamous moment Siegel and Shuster signed away the rights to the world's first superhero for a single check of $130. This is Superman's origin story, but not the one you think you know.

May 20, 2026

Maltz Films: Animal Crackers (1930), Wednesday, May 20th at 6:30 pm

Starring the Marx Brothers, Lillian Roth and Louis Sorin. The legendary comedy team of Jewish brothers from the stages of vaudeville, the great Marx Brothers, star in their second talkie, Animal Crackers. This madcap comedy masterpiece puts the zany brothers in a high society soiree where a painting goes missing, and hilarity ensues. The script for this classic comes from three great Jewish masters of cinema, George Kaufman, Morrie Ryskind and Bert Kalmar, based on the stage musical by great Jewish Broadway man, Harry Ruby and the whole production was led by the infamous Walter Wanger, a legendary Jewish figure in Hollywood production.

May 12, 2026

Tuesday Treasures w/ Sean Martin, Tuesday, May 12th at 1 pm

Hidden in the Maltz Museum's collection are objects that have waited years, sometimes decades, to have their stories told. In Tuesday Treasures, curators Katya Oicherman and Sean Martin pull back the curtain on never-before-seen artifacts, uncovering the surprising, moving, and untold histories behind them. Each session offers a rare, intimate look at the remarkable objects connected to stories that goes far beyond what's on display, deepening your connection to the stories that shaped American-Jewish communities. And with a new story waiting to be uncovered every other month, there's always a reason to come back.

February 16, 2026

Presidents Day at the Maltz Museum

Celebrate history this Presidents Day at the Maltz Museum with a full day of discovery and community for all ages. Enjoy FREE admission all day long as you explore our galleries, meet iconic historical figures, and participate in hands-on family activities. Join us on Monday, February 16, for a memorable experience honoring the American story.

February 1, 2026

Film Screening: For the Living

Ten-year-old Holocaust survivor Marcel Zielinski walked 60 miles from Auschwitz to Krakow in 1945. In 2019, 250 cyclists retraced his journey in “Ride for the Living” to reflect on humanity’s capacity for both dehumanization and empathy.

January 19, 2026

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Community Celebration

Enjoy free admission, family crafts, film screenings, and special tours honoring the life and work of Dr. King.

December 21, 2025

Hanukkah Olive Oil Press

Participants make real olive oil, pitting fresh, raw olives, pressing them in hand-powered presses, spinning them in high-speed centrifuges, then taking home a lil’ jug of self-made oil for the Hanukkah Menorah!

January 28, 2026

Film Screening: M.G. Rehearsals for Departure

A beautifully shot dramatic documentary in which Moshe Gershuni, the artiste, is not only questioned as an object but actively participates. One of Israel's most important and internationally acclaimed artists, Gershuni reveals his most intimate life motives.