For some, Jewish ceremonial objects are an essential part of life's rituals, while others simply like displaying items like a mezuza, a menorah or a spice box for its aesthetic beauty. 

Renowned Judaica artist and metalsmith Frann Addison will explain the cultural history behind some of these ritual objects and how they evolved in different countries. Her 50-minute presentation with photographs will help you connect to a rich Jewish heritage where rituals are celebrated around family and the home. 

 About Boston-based artist Frann Addison
 In 1977 as a graduate student at Cranbrook Academy of Art, Frann began creating Jewish ritual objects.   She fabricates her unique Judaica in pewter, brass and copper, often combining unique elements. Her   work has been featured in 11 books, the NY Times, The Boston Globe, calendars and greeting cards. She   was a 2015 NICHE Award Finalist, a 2016 NICHE Award Winner, and was the 2018 “Handmade Business   Magazine” runner up for their Entrepreneur of the Year Award. Frann's work is in the collection of the   Museum of Jewish History in Philadelphia, the Bernard Museum of Judaica of Temple Emanu-El, NY,   the Mizel Museum in Denver, and the Oregon Jewish Museum in Portland. She holds a a BA in Art   History from Skidmore College and an MFA in metalsmithing from the Cranbrook Academy of Art in   Michigan. 

A light brunch will be served before the presentation.