Zap Pow Bam: Super Heroes of the Golden Age of Comics March 22, 2008

This is a colorful dynamic exhibit that immerses visitors in an interactive world of Super Heroes, highlighting the Jewish creators of comic books from 1938 - 1950. These are America's timeless icons like Superman, Batman, Captain America and Wonder Woman. 'Zap Pow Bam' features 1940s serials, video interviews, a drawing studio and costumes. The exhibit offers a unique perspective on the way pop culture portrays issues and how identity and culture can shape popular opinion.