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.

SCREENING SCHEDULE

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm at Jewish Life Care. Please email ellen@thechelseagatewayproject.com for registration and information.

Sunday, May 18, 2025, 2:00 pm - 4:00pm, at the Jewish Chelsea Museum at Temple Emmanuel, 60 Tudor Street, Chelsea, MA 02150. The screening is FREE. Please reserve your ticket on Eventbrite.

Wednesday, June 25 2025 5:30pm - 7:30pm at GreenRoots Teaching Kitchen at 63 Pearl Street, Chelsea, MA. Please reserve your ticket on Eventbrite.

Tuesday, August 12 2025 6:00pm - 7:30pm at Chelsea Black Community at 68 Washington Ave, Chelsea, MA. Tickets will be available in June.

Watch a preview of the film below:

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.

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