Executive Director
Executive Director
Originally from Queens, NY, Gemma Birnbaum holds a bachelor’s in history and Judaic Studies from New York University and a master’s degree in the History of…
Collections & Engagement
Deputy Director and Chair of Collections and Engagement
Melanie Meyers is the Deputy Director of the American Jewish Historical Society, and Chair of Collections and Engagement. Prior to joining AJHS in 2018,…
Senior Librarian for Special Collections and Digital Projects
In August 2021, Megan joined AJHS, where she oversees our library’s rare and general collections, as well as assisting patrons with reference and photoduplication…
Archivist
A New Yorker by way of Los Angeles, Ruby joined the American Jewish Historical Society in August of 2020. …
Senior Archivist
Tanya Elder studied Experimental Theatre, History and Archival Management at New York University and Library Science at Wayne State University. She was a children’s…
Director of Archival Partnerships
Tamar Zeffren is the Director of Archival Partnerships at the American Jewish Historical Society. She received a BA in English literature and medieval history…
Archivist
Melissa Silvestri is a Project Archivist with the American Jewish Historical Society. Prior to joining AJHS in 2022, she was a Digital Projects Coordinator…
Project Director
Sarah Hopley is the Project Director with the American Jewish Historical Society. Previously, she has worked at the Center for Jewish History, Murray State…
Digital Archivist
Diana Menashi is the Digital Archivist at the American Jewish Historical Society. She previously worked as the Records and Information Manager at David B….
Development
Director of Advancement
After studying dramatic arts in California, Annie built a career in film and broadcast media production before finding her vocation in non-profit philanthropy. …
Isabel joined the American Jewish Historical Society in October of 2024 as the Senior Manager of Donor Relations and Data. She holds a BA…
Programs
Senior Manager for Programs and Digital Media
Rebeca is an experienced project manager and administrative assistant with a history of working in interior design, e-commerce, and private equity. Additionally, she has…
Operations
Part-Time Operations Associate
Jennean has a background in logistics, project coordination, and office administration from years of working in media, education, and her service in the military….
