Become a Member
Lillian Goldman Reading Room
Mon-Thu: 9:30am-4:30pm
Fri: 10:00am-2:00pm by appointment only
Ackman & Ziff Family Genealogy Institute
Mon-Thu: 9:30am-4:30pm
Free Exhibit Spaces
Mon – Wed: 9:30am – 4:30pm
Thu: 9:30am – 8:00pm
Fri: 10:00am – 2:00pm
Sat: Closed
Sun: 11:00am – 5:00pm
Ruth's Bookstore
Mon – Wed: 9:30am – 4:30pm
Thu: 9:30am – 8:00pm
Fri: 10:00am – 2:00pm
Sat: Closed
Sun: 11am – 5pm
Make sure to check our holiday closures prior to visiting.
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.
Get closer to the programs and resources you love and connect with our community.
Your generosity allows the Center for Jewish History to thrive as a cultural institution, independent research facility and destination for the exploration of Jewish history and heritage. The Center is grateful for your support and offers several flexible donation opportunities below. For additional information, please contact CJH at membership@cjh.org or (212) 294-8317.
* Our NEW membership tiers are now fully tax-deductible
* Starting at our Cultural Steward level ($175), members are automatically eligible for the North American Reciprocal Museum (NARM) Association benefits
Include full contact information and mail to:
Center for Jewish History
15 West 16th Street
New York, NY 10011
For general questions and for information regarding a gift of securities or a bequest, please contact the Center at development@cjh.org or (212) 294-8317.