Israel Museum

The Israel Museum, founded in Jerusalem in 1965, houses a wide-ranging collection, from archaeological artefacts to modern and contemporary art. Its holdings include the Shrine of the Book, which houses the Dead Sea Scrolls, and a vast collection of Jewish art and artefacts. European and Israeli art from the 20th century feature strongly, with works by Picasso, Chagall, and Warhol. The museum's mission is to serve as a bridge between cultures and a place for education and dialogue through art.