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.
Call us: 917-606-8208 | Email us: rentals@cjh.org
The Center for Jewish History is conveniently located one block from Union Square. A unique venue for hosting dinners, conferences, receptions, family, and life-cycle events, it is surrounded by exhibition and gallery spaces. Our high-tech facilities include:
All catering is required to be in accordance with kosher dietary restrictions
To receive more information on holding your event at the Center, including pricing and availability, please fill out our inquiry form, and we will get back to you shortly.