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It’s Bangor and maps as Welsh Jewish archive goes on display

'The city and surrounding areas have had a rich Jewish history'

March 25, 2019 12:59
Wartski Bangor

ByJC Reporter, BY JC REPORTER

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An exhibition, map and app showcasing Bangor’s Jewish history was launched on Sunday at the Welsh city’s Arts Initiative Gallery.

The display celebrates the presence of Jews in Bangor from medieval times to the Second World War and beyond and the opening attracted a turnout of 50, including a descendant of a Bangor Jewish family.

Speakers included project supervisor Professor Nathan Abrams of Bangor University’s School of Music and Media and Gareth Roberts of the Menter Fachwen Walk and Discover Project, who assisted with the creation of the map.

Local residents are being encouraged to share their memories of Bangor Jewry, including those behind the well-known stores, Wartski’s and Pollecoff’s.