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The Center for Jewish History in New York City illuminates history, culture and heritage. The Center provides a collaborative home for five partner organizations: American Jewish Historical Society, American Sephardi Federation, Leo Baeck Institute, Yeshiva University Museum and YIVO Institute for Jewish Research. The partners’ archives comprise the world’s largest and most comprehensive archive o

f the modern Jewish experience outside of Israel. The collections span a thousand years, with more than five miles of archival documents (in dozens of languages and alphabet systems), more than 500,000 volumes, as well as thousands of artworks, textiles, ritual objects, recordings, films and photographs.

HAPPENING IN FIVE DAYS!Join us for Shmooze & Booze Shabbat, an elevated Shabbat dinner experience for young Jewish adult...
06/08/2026

HAPPENING IN FIVE DAYS!

Join us for Shmooze & Booze Shabbat, an elevated Shabbat dinner experience for young Jewish adults at the Center for Jewish History. Join NYC’s vibrant Jewish community for a stylish evening of connection and culture featuring curated cocktails, a buffet dinner, and exclusive after-hours access to CJH’s galleries.

As the foremost repository of Jewish history in the United States, the Center for Jewish History offers a truly distinctive setting to celebrate Jewish heritage while forging new connections with fellow young Jewish New Yorkers.

Blending the warmth of Shabbat with the energy of summer in the city, this special evening is the perfect opportunity to raise a glass and enjoy community connection in one of New York’s most extraordinary cultural spaces.

Space is limited. Reserve your seat today https://programs.cjh.org/tickets/schmooze-2026-06-12

In partnership with 3GNY, the Center for Jewish History recently welcomed guests for a special edition of 3GNY Stories L...
06/07/2026

In partnership with 3GNY, the Center for Jewish History recently welcomed guests for a special edition of 3GNY Stories Live: WEDU Wednesdays featuring Elliot Zelinger, who shared the remarkable story of his grandfather, Holocaust survivor Sam Zelinger. Born in Romania in 1924, Sam endured the horrors of Auschwitz before immigrating to New York and rebuilding his life with resilience and determination.

Through personal memories and family reflections, Elliot illuminated not only his grandfather’s survival but also the legacy he passed on to future generations. Elliot serves as a board member of 3GNY - Descendants of Holocaust Survivors, where he has spent the past three years sharing his grandfather’s Holocaust survival story with students across New York City and Long Island. Presented during Jewish American Heritage Month, the program highlighted the enduring impact of Holocaust testimony and the vital role descendants play in preserving and sharing these stories.

Join Our Team at the Center for Jewish History!We're looking for a Visitor Engagement and Store Associate to help create...
06/05/2026

Join Our Team at the Center for Jewish History!

We're looking for a Visitor Engagement and Store Associate to help create an exceptional experience for visitors while supporting operations at Ruth's Bookstore.

This dynamic role combines customer service, membership engagement, retail sales, inventory management, and administrative support. You'll be one of the first faces visitors encounter, helping researchers, exhibition guests, and patrons connect with the Center and its resources.

We're seeking someone with strong communication skills, retail experience (Shopify experience preferred), attention to detail, and a passion for delivering outstanding visitor experiences. An interest in Jewish history and culture is a plus.

To learn more and apply, visit https://cjh.org/about/employment-opportunities.

06/05/2026

Ruth’s Bookstore Summer Reading Recommendations

Looking for the perfect book to accompany long summer days? Our shelves are filled with stories that will transport, challenge, and inspire.
📖This Is a Love Story — A moving and lyrical portrait of a marriage spanning fifty years, set against the backdrop of Central Park and New York City. Tender, heartbreaking, and unforgettable.
📖The Yiddish Policemen’s Union by Michael Chabon — An award-winning noir mystery set in an alternate history where a Jewish homeland exists in Alaska. Equal parts detective story, love story, and exploration of identity.
📖 Long Island Compromise by Taffy Brodesser-Akner — A sharp, funny, and deeply insightful family saga that examines wealth, trauma, ambition, and the bonds that hold families together.
📖Empire of Their Own by Neal Gabler — Discover the remarkable story of the Jewish immigrants who built Hollywood and forever shaped American culture and the movies we love.
📖Boy from the North Country by Sam Sussman — A heartfelt debut novel about family secrets, memory, loss, and a son’s search for the truth about his mother—and himself.

Whether you’re drawn to romance, mystery, history, or unforgettable family stories, these books are perfect companions for your summer reading list.

Which one will you pick up first? Shop at Ruth’s Bookstore https://ruthsbookstore.cjh.org/

This Holocaust Survivor Day marked a meaningful milestone for the Center for Jewish History.As we celebrated and honored...
06/04/2026

This Holocaust Survivor Day marked a meaningful milestone for the Center for Jewish History.

As we celebrated and honored the bravery and courage of Holocaust survivors, we also began installation of From Rubble to Roots: Six Stories of Survival and Resilience, an exhibit that brings to life the journeys of six survivors, each story woven with moments of joy, fear, and extraordinary perseverance.

The exhibition opens June 17th.

While today offers a special opportunity to recognize survivors, our commitment to honoring their memory extends far beyond a single day. We are deeply grateful to carry their stories forward in our spaces, a reminder of the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of never forgetting.

Ancestry

06/02/2026

So many of us are carrying questions we inherited, stories left unfinished, histories left untold. Marcia was brave enough to go searching for answers, and what she found brought her real closure.

This is why we do what we do.


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06/01/2026

Happy Pride Month! 🌈

This month, we’re celebrating Jewish LGBTQ+ voices, stories, and creators with a few of our favorite picks from Ruth’s Bookstore.

📖 Just Shy of Ordinary by A.J. Sass follows a genderfluid Jewish teen navigating identity, friendship, and family history.
📖 People Without History Are Dust by Anna Hájková uncovers the often-overlooked experiences of q***r Jews during and after the Holocaust.
📖 The New Q***r Conscience by Adam Eli offers an inspiring call for community, solidarity, and action.
📖 Dinner Party Animal by Jake Cohen reminds us that gathering around a table can be an act of joy, connection, and celebration with 100 delicious recipes designed to bring people together.

Whether you're looking for history, memoir, fiction, activism, or food, stop by Ruth’s Bookstore or shop online at https://ruthsbookstore.cjh.org/ and discover books that celebrate the many ways our communities tell their stories.

SECURE YOUR SPOT! THIS WILL BE SOLD OUT!Celebrate the start of summer at Shmooze & Booze Shabbat, an elevated Shabbat di...
06/01/2026

SECURE YOUR SPOT! THIS WILL BE SOLD OUT!

Celebrate the start of summer at Shmooze & Booze Shabbat, an elevated Shabbat dinner experience for young Jewish adults at the Center for Jewish History. Join NYC’s vibrant Jewish community for a stylish evening of connection and culture featuring curated cocktails, a buffet dinner, and exclusive after-hours access to CJH’s galleries.

As the foremost repository of Jewish history in the United States, the Center for Jewish History offers a truly distinctive setting to celebrate Jewish heritage while forging new connections with fellow young Jewish New Yorkers.

Blending the warmth of Shabbat with the energy of summer in the city, this special evening is the perfect opportunity to raise a glass and enjoy community connection in one of New York’s most extraordinary cultural spaces.

Space is limited. Reserve your seat today https://programs.cjh.org/tickets/schmooze-2026-06-12

Join us for the 14th annual Israel Film Center Festival, taking place June 9–16, 2026. Celebrate the best new Israeli ci...
05/31/2026

Join us for the 14th annual Israel Film Center Festival, taking place June 9–16, 2026. Celebrate the best new Israeli cinema with powerful screenings and exclusive post-film conversations featuring filmmakers and actors. Tickets are on sale! https://israelfilmcenterstream.org/festival/

05/29/2026

Heidi never got the chance to ask her mother, Sally Schlange Bratt, about the life she lived before and during the war.

Sally, born in Pabianice, Poland, survived Auschwitz-Birkenau and several other concentration camps, walking out of a gas chamber as a child. She was the sole survivor of her family.

She rarely spoke of her past, and passed away in 1985 at just fifty-five. Heidi has been waiting ever since. We're honored to help her find the story her mother never got to tell.


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