1. HomepageHomepage
  2. United States
  3. New York State
  4. New York
  5. Current: Center for Jewish History
  Manage this page
3.91 rating
  Save museum

Center for Jewish History and its collection

Center for Jewish History
Source

The Center for Jewish History in New York City is a unique collaboration of five organizations dedicated to Jewish history, scholarship, and art. These include the American Jewish Historical Society, American Sephardi Federation, Leo Baeck Institute New York, Yeshiva University Museum, and YIVO Institute for Jewish Research. Each organization brings a different perspective and approach to Jewish history and culture, making the center a rich and diverse resource for visitors.

More Than Just a Museum

The Center for Jewish History is not just a museum, but also a hub for scholarly research, events, exhibitions, and performances. Within the center, visitors can explore the Lillian Goldman Reading Room, the Ackman & Ziff Family Genealogy Institute, and the Collection Management & Conservation Wing. These facilities offer a deeper understanding of Jewish history and culture.

Vast and Diverse Collections

The collections at the Center for Jewish History are vast and diverse, comprising over 100 million documents, 500,000 books, and thousands of art objects, textiles, ritual objects, music, films, and photographs. These materials, previously housed in the member institutions, were at risk of damage or destruction. Now, they are preserved and accessible to the public in the center.

Read more…

History & Anthropology History & Anthropology Archaeology Ethnology Language & Literature Religion Person & Artist Photography Music Film

#58 History & Anthropology in New York #13 Archaeology museums in New York #18 Ethnology museums in New York #8 Film museums in New York #8 Language & literature museums in New York #2 Music museums in New York #33 Person & artist museums in New York #11 Photography museums in New York #16 Religion museums in New York #149 History & Anthropology in New York State #15 Archaeology museums in New York State #22 Ethnology museums in New York State #15 Film museums in New York State #11 Language & literature museums in New York State #5 Music museums in New York State #62 Person & artist museums in New York State #14 Photography museums in New York State #22 Religion museums in New York State #173 Archaeology museums in United States #69 Film museums in United States #86 Language & literature museums in United States #58 Music museums in United States #78 Photography museums in United States

#58 History & Anthropology in New York #13 Archaeology museums in New York #18 Ethnology museums in New York #8 Film museums in New York #8 Language & literature museums in New York #2 Music museums in New York #33 Person & artist museums in New York #11 Photography museums in New York #16 Religion museums in New York #149 History & Anthropology in New York State #15 Archaeology museums in New York State #22 Ethnology museums in New York State #15 Film museums in New York State #11 Language & literature museums in New York State #5 Music museums in New York State #62 Person & artist museums in New York State #14 Photography museums in New York State #22 Religion museums in New York State #173 Archaeology museums in United States #69 Film museums in United States #86 Language & literature museums in United States #58 Music museums in United States #78 Photography museums in United States

More…

Center for Jewish History
15 W 16th St
NY 10011 New York
New York

Images of Center for Jewish History

Visitor information Center for Jewish History

Opening hours

Monday
9:30 – 16:30
Tuesday
9:30 – 16:30
Wednesday
9:30 – 16:30
Thursday
9:30 – 20:00
Friday
10:00 – 15:30
Saturday Closed
Sunday
11:00 – 17:00

Admission

0+US$36.00
MembersUS$28.00

Facilities

We don't have information about the facilities of Center for Jewish History.

Location & Map

15 W 16th St, New York

Discover all museums in New York

Exhibitions

No exhibitions in Center for Jewish History have been found.

Center for Jewish History Reviews

Center for Jewish History has 1 rating.

  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Center for Jewish History in New York City is a valuable resource for those interested in Jewish history and culture. Visitors appreciate the extensive archives and collections that span centuries of Jewish life. The center houses multiple partner organizations, offering a comprehensive look at Jewish heritage through various lenses.

    Many reviewers note the center's well-organized exhibits and knowledgeable staff. The library and research facilities receive high praise from scholars and genealogy enthusiasts. The center's events, including lectures and film screenings, are often highlighted as informative and engaging.

    Some visitors mention that the center can be overwhelming due to the sheer volume of information available. A few reviewers suggest that casual visitors might find certain areas less accessible without prior knowledge of Jewish history. The layout of the building can be confusing for some first-time visitors.

    Despite these minor issues, the Center for Jewish History is generally regarded as an important institution for preserving and sharing Jewish cultural heritage. Its location in New York City makes it easily accessible for both locals and tourists interested in delving into Jewish history and genealogy.

    Read more…

  • Aggregated rating

    This rating is based on the rating of this museum on several other platforms.

Write a review

Your review helps other people learn about great and less great museums. If you've visited Center for Jewish History, you can write your review below! Please pay attention to our content guidelines before you post your review.

Nearby and in or around New York

Discover museums near Center for Jewish History in or around New York.

Discover all museums in New York