OTHER MUSEUMS
BIBLE LANDS MUSEUM. This museum records the ancient history of every geo-
graphic locale mentioned in the Bible. Ancient pottery, jewelry, seals, and figu-
rines comprise the private collection of Dr. Elie Borowski, a Canadian antiquities
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collector. For an educational interlude, check out the interactive computer pro-
gram on cylindrical stamps and seals. Across the street from the Israel Museum. Take bus
#9 or 17 from King George St. s561 10 66; Open Su-Tu and Th 9:30am-5:30pm,
W 9;30am-9:30pm (Nov.-Apr. l:30-9:30pm), F9:30am-2pm, Sa llam-Зрт. English tour Su-F
10:15am, W 10:15am and 5:30pm, and Sa 1 lam. NIS28, students and children NIS15.)
TICHO HOUSE. On display are watercolors and drawings by artist Anna Ticho, who
lived here with her prominent oculist husband, Dr. Avraham Albert Ticho, who
opened Jerusalem's first eye clinic in 1912. His collection of menorahs is also on
display. The elegant building and well-groomed gardens are a relaxing city respite;
the attached restaurant serves a classy all-you-can-eat wine, cheese and salad buf-
fet on Tu nights for NIS65. (9 На-Rav Kook St. About 2 blocks up the hill from Zion Sq. « 624
50 68 or 624 41 86. A small library shows a videotape of Anna Ticho's life and work upon
request. Open Su-Th 10am-5pm, Tu lOam-lOpm, F10am-2pm. Free.)
WOLFSON MUSEUM. This museum houses a wonderful collection of Jewish reli-
gious and ceremonial objects. Note the texts painted on eggshells and the Samari-
tan Torah. The museum also has a room of detailed dioramas depicting scenes
from Jewish history. (On King George St. next door to the Great Synagogue, on the 3rd floor
of the Heljal Shlomo building. NIS13, students NIS10.)
SKIRBALL MUSEUM. Part of Hebrew Union College, the American Reform Move-
ment's outpost in Israel, this small archaeological museum has an excellent
exhibit of artifacts from Tel Dan, Gezer, and Aroer, three ancient cities. The plaza
was designed by noted Israeli architect Moshe Safdie. (13 King David St. «620 33 33.
Open Su-Th 10am-4pm, Sa 10am-2pm. Free.)
MAYER INSTITUTE FOR ISLAMIC ART. The institute displays a significant collec-
tion of miniatures, paintings, and carpets from the Islamic world. Visitors may also
take advantage of the comprehensive research library covering subjects in Islamic
art and archaeology. (2 Ha-Palmah St. Around the comer from Ha-Nassi St. Take bus #15
from the center of town. Open Su-M and W-Th 10am-3pm, Tu 10am-6pm, F-Sa
10am-2pm. Library open Su and W 9am-3pm. NIS14, students NIS9, under 18 NIS7; free on Sa.)
MUSEUM OF ITALIAN JEWISH ART AND ITALIAN SYNAGOGUE. The small but impressive
collection includes silverwork, tapestries, and gilded Torah arks, including 18th-
century pieces from the Conegliano Veneto Synagogue. Services in the restored,
old-world synagogue are open to the public Friday nights and Saturday mornings.
(27 Hillel St. in city center near the midrahov. s 624 16 10. Open Su, Tu-W 9am-5pm; M 9am-
2pm; Th-F9am-lpm. NIS15; students, seniors, and children NIS10.)
THE UNDERGROUND PRISONERS MUSEUM. This museum commemorates the work
of Israel's underground movement in pre-1948 struggles against British rule. Origi-
nally erected by Russian pilgrims, the hall was converted during the British Man-
date into Jerusalem's main prison and is now a small but powerful exhibit. (Behind
the municipal tourist office in Safra Sq. offShivtei Yisrael St. Open Su-Th 8am-4pm.
NIS8, students and seniors with ID NIS4.)