In December 1979, Jimmy Carter made history as the first president to mark Hanukkah at the White House, lighting both the (electric) National Menorah in Lafayette Park and a smaller menorah in an ...

"Just as with Christmas, Hanukkah usually takes place on the longest nights of the year. It's a time of year when we need more light than ever. Little did the ancient Jews know, their descendants ...

Unite Through Light 2024: Celebrate Hanukkah on Dec. 29 at 5 p.m. at the Southlake Town Square! The event features a giant Star of David menorah, a fire truck gelt drop, live music and traditional ...

Explore Hanukkah-related items from across the Smithsonian's collections to celebrate the Jewish Festival of Lights. Learn more about our Statue of Liberty Hanukkah menorah, made by Manfred Anson from ...

Every year in November or December, Hanukkah, the Jewish Festival of Lights, is celebrated for eight days and nights in a row. The festival begins on the 25th day of Kislev, the ninth month in the ...