Ruth’s Bookstore
Reading Room
Mon-Thurs: 9:30am-4:30pm
Genealogy Institute
Mon: 9:30am-4:30pm
Tue-Fri: By appointment only
Free Exhibit Spaces
Sun–Thurs: 9:30am–7:30pm
Fri: 9:30am-3:30pm
Sat: Closed
Ruth's Bookstore
Sun–Thurs: 10:30am-6:30pm
Fri: 10:30am-4:00pm
Make sure to check our holiday closures prior to visiting.
Please note: The Reading Room will be closed December 8-10, 2025. We are sorry for any inconvenience.
Last entry to the Center for Jewish History Exhibitions, Reading Room, and the Genealogy Institute is 1 hour before closing. The last call to page items in the Reading Room and Genealogy Institute is 3pm.
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Judaica Candle
Thumbprint Artifacts
Star of David Earrings
Alef Bet
I'm a Bubbie - What's Your Superpower?
3dRose
Mamaleh Ring Dish
Lenny Mud
The 100 Most Jewish Foods
Alan Newhouse
Am Yisrael Chai Necklace
Alef Bet
Chutzpah Can
Brooklyn Superhero Supply Co.
Peace & Love Shabbat Candlesticks
Inspired Generations
The Little Book of Jewish Celebrations
Ronald Tauber
I Read Banned Books Mug
Pithitude
Letters to My Grandchild
Lea Redmond
Nisan Star of David
Edie’s Art Shop
Ruth's Bookstore was designed by Beyer Blinder Belle Architects & Planners LLP.