The Documentary

The film, Chelsea The Jewish years, honors Chelsea’s unique role in American history as an influential Jewish immigrant haven. Funded in part by the Chelsea Cultural Heritage Grant, The Combined Jewish Philanthropies, and the Chelsea Cultural Council, Chelsea, The Jewish Years is available now for screenings in your community on-site and on-line. Interested in bringing the film to your community? Email us at ellen@thechelseagatewayproject.com. Promo video is below!

SCREENING SCHEDULE

2026

Thursday, February 12th, 6:00pm (doors at 5:00pm) West End Museum. The museum invites attendees to arrive at 5:00pm to experience the “Voyages of Hope: Immigrant Journeys to Boston” a special exhibit which closes on February 15th - included in your ticket fee. Please reserve your ticket here. The Museum is close to public transportation; parking is available at the North Station Garage.

2025

Sunday, November 16, 12:30 pm, Temple Israel of Boston, 477 Longwood Ave., Boston, MA. Please reserve your ticket here. Parking is available at the Temple.

Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 9:30-11:00am, Chelsea Senior Center, 10 Riley Way, Chelsea, MA.

Thursday, September 11, 2025, 6:00pm - 7:30pm at Chelsea Black Community at 68 Washington Ave, Chelsea, MA. Please reserve your ticket on Eventbrite.

Chelsea, The Jewish Years

The filmmakers and study tools with educators are available to enhance your viewing. If your group is interested in viewing this film as part of an event or presentation, please contact Ellen Rovner, ellen@thechelseagatewayproject.com

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