May 6, 2026

May is Jewish American Heritage Month

Online resources are available to learn about the culture and contributions of the Jewish American community.
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Boulder County, Colo. - The Boulder County Commissioners have proclaimed May as Jewish American Heritage Month in Boulder County. Residents are encouraged to learn about the culture and contributions of Jewish Americans, and to commit themselves to creating an environment free of bias, exclusion, and harassment.

In January, the commissioners reaffirmed their commitment to awareness and heritage months. The commissioners emphasized that Boulder County will continue to celebrate the contributions of the diverse groups that make our county strong, successful, and resilient – while acknowledging that the history of these groups is American history and includes both successes and tragedies.

Online Resources

The Library of Congress Jewish American Heritage Month website has a collection of online resources from the Library of Congress, National Archives and Records Administration, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service and United States Holocaust Memorial Museum.

The Annual Boulder Jewish Festival will take place in front of the Boulder County Courthouse on Pearl Street on Sunday, June 7. It will include local art, food, activities, and music.

For local history, visit the website of Congregation Har HaShem. This synagogue was established in 1965 as the Boulder Jewish Fellowship.

For more information about history of the Jewish experience in the Rocky Mountain region, visit the University of Denver’s Rocky Mountain Jewish Historical Society and Beck Archives website. The archives include the Lowenstein Family Papers and Art collection, which tells the story of one Jewish family's miraculous survival amidst the horrors of the Holocaust.

Almost One Year Since the June 1 Attack

Almost a year ago, on June 1, 2025, there was a heinous antisemitic attack on 29 members of the Boulder community during a peaceful gathering in front of the Boulder County Courthouse. The community members were gathered for the weekly Boulder Run for Their Lives walk, and tragically, Karen Diamond died from her injuries. The Boulder County Government has been working in partnership with Boulder Run for Their Lives, alongside other representatives from Boulder’s Jewish community, to explore ways to mark this upcoming anniversary and ensure this tragedy is not forgotten. Community members who want to honor the survivors and remember Karen are invited to attend the Boulder Jewish Festival at 11 a.m. on Sunday, June 7. More information will be shared closer to the date.

Heritage and Identity Months

As outlined in the commissioners’ Proclamation Recognizing 2026 Heritage and Identity Months in Boulder County, heritage months recognize and celebrate the contributions of underrepresented groups, and help people understand their own identities. They enable us to honor the achievements and contributions of groups whose histories are often absent from traditional narratives of U.S. history or misrepresented altogether.

Heritage and identity-based months teach people about the histories and cultures of different groups, help people understand their own cultures and identities, encourage people to appreciate the rich cultural heritage and diversity of Boulder County, Colorado, and the United States, and prompt people to reflect on past struggles and successes.

Americans with Disabilities Act Notice

Special Assistance
Boulder County wants to ensure that everyone has equal access to our programs, activities, and services. To request an Americans with Disability Act (ADA) accommodation, please email the ADA Coordinator at ada@bouldercounty.gov, or call 303-441-1386. Submit your request as early as possible, and no later than two business days before the event. Review the Boulder County's ADA Policy