Kosher Kush: The Story of Jews and Cannabis

Jewish cultural connections to cannabis span millennia, from ancient religious texts to modern medical research and entrepreneurship. Kosher Kush: The Story of Jews and Cannabis explores this extensive historical relationship through April 20 at the Jewish Museum of Florida on Miami Beach.

The exhibition traces cannabis references through the Bible, Talmud and rabbinic writings, examining its role in Jewish religious rituals and traditional medicine. It highlights Jewish contributions to contemporary cannabis science, activism and industry development, including involvement in both counterculture and medical marijuana movements.

Visitors can explore a comprehensive collection of artifacts spanning more than two thousand years, featuring archival documents, religious texts, historical photographs and cultural objects that illustrate this multifaceted relationship. The exhibition provides insights into how Jewish communities have engaged with cannabis across different times and contexts, from spiritual practice to scientific advancement.