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Planning Your Visit
About the Museum
Our Neighborhood
Our Collections
Getting Involved
Planning
Your Visit
Where is the Museum located? How do I get there?
The Museum is located at 36 Battery Place in Battery Park City, Manhattan.
The best way to get downtown is by public transportation. View detailed
directions.
What subways and buses are closest to the Museum?
By Bus:
M1, M6, M9, M15, M20
By Subway:
W, R to Whitehall
4, 5 to Bowling Green
J, M, Z to Broad Street
1 to South Ferry
View detailed directions.
Are strollers permitted?
Strollers are allowed in the galleries at the discretion of management.
May I take pictures in the galleries?
The use of photography is not permitted in the galleries of the
Museum.
How long does it take to go through the Museum?
The average time to go through the exhibition is 1.5 - 2.5 hours, but
it differs depending on the preference of the individual.
Why are the galleries so cold?
The galleries are kept quite cool to reduce humidity and protect the artifacts, and therefore we suggest that visitors bring a sweater to the Museum.
Is there a Museum café?
The Heritage Café , a full-service kosher
café operated by Foremost caterers is now open. Learn more about the cafe
hours and menu information.
May I bring children to the Museum?
The galleries on the first and third floor are appropriate for children
of all ages. We advise adults to preview the exhibition and use discretion
before bringing children through the galleries on the second floor. Learn
more about family activities and
our Family Guide.
Do visitors receive discount parking?
The Museum offers a $3 discount on parking at three nearby garages. Visitors
should present their parking ticket at the admissions desk in the lobby
to receive discount validation. View a detailed map
of the area.
Is there a place in the Museum to check my bags?
There is a coat and parcel check in the Museum foyer. You are required to check your
bags.
Do I need to purchase tickets in advance?
Tickets for general visits and public programs are available at the box
office or by calling 1.646.437.4202. We recommend that you purchase tickets
in advance if you are coming to the Museum for a public program or are
bringing a large group. Learn more about ticket information for public
programs or group reservations.
How long is the audio tour in its entirety?
The length of the audio tour varies according to the visitor's preferences.
The full length of the audio tour is 1.5 hours. Visitors also have the
option of exploring several galleries in greater depth, which could add
up to an additional 1.5 hours to the tour. Audio tours, narrated by Meryl
Streep and Itzhak Perlman, are available for $5 in the Visitor Center
and are available in English, Spanish, Russian, and Japanese.
Is the Museum wheelchair-accessible?
The Museum is ADA compliant. Wheelchairs and care chairs are available.
Is there a Museum gift shop? Can I shop online?
Our Museum Shop has an extensive offering of Judaica, books, and beautiful
and distinctive gifts for any occasion including the jewelry by Michal Negrin. To view our selection, please
visit our online shop.
Who can I contact about hosting a private event at the Museum?
Our unique spaces are perfect for galas, receptions, conferences, special
events and more. Spaces include a 5,000 SF event space, 375-seat-theater,
an outdoor terrace with adjacent indoor space, and classrooms with multimedia
facilities. Many of our spaces have breathtaking views of the Statue of
Liberty. Please contact rheumann@mjhnyc.org
for details on space rentals.
May I bring my pet?
Pets are not allowed in the Museum. Service animals are permitted.
Does the Museum operate a lost and found service?
Contact
George Panagi
at gpanagi@mjhnyc.org
to inquire about lost or found items.
About the Museum
Learn more about the Museum's mission,
history, and collection.
When did the Museum open?
The Museum opened to the public on September 15, 1997.
How big is the Museum?
The Museum is 112,000 square feet and is home to four galleries.
The Core Exhibition consists of three floors Jewish Life a Century Ago, The War Against the Jews, and Jewish Renewal. The Overlook Gallery currently displays Sosua: A Refuge for Jews in the Dominican Republic. The Irving Schneiderman Family Gallery in the Robert M. Morgenthau Wing features Daring to Resist: Jewish Defiance in the Holocaust until September 1, 2008. The Rotunda Gallery, an intimate space with a beautiful skylight, has previously housed exhibits such as From the Heart: The Photojournalism of Ruth Gruber, and "To Return to the Land..." Paul Goldman's Photographs of the Birth of Israel.
Who designed the Museum?
The original Museum building and the Robert M. Morgenthau Wing were both
designed by Kevin Roche of the award-winning architectural firm, Kevin
Roche John Dinkeloo and Associates. Roche has been responsible for the
design of 38 corporate headquarters and 8 museums in such cities as New
York, Chicago, Atlanta, Tokyo and Singapore.
How is the Museum different from other Holocaust Museums?
Unlike many other fine Holocaust museums and memorials around the world,
our Museum tells the story of the Holocaust from the perspective of those
who endured it. We also seek to place the Holocaust in the larger context
of the twentieth century, illustrating the people and communities which
existed and flourished before the war, in order to show the humanity that
was very nearly destroyed. We also endeavor to demonstrate the courage
and resilience of the Jewish community, which not only survived to rebuild
following the devastation of the Holocaust, but also thrived in new communities
throughout the Diaspora, and in the State of Israel.
Our Neighborhood
Are there other
things to see and do near the Museum?
Absolutely! You can explore an abundance of cultural and historic attractions
that together tell the tale of New York’s rise to become the first
modern city in the New World. NYC & Company's website features a description
of the 14 cultural and historic attractions that are a bargain for families,
as well as an easy-to-use walking map. Visit www.renewnyc.com/heritage for more information.
How do I get to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island?
There is a ferry with service to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
in Battery Park, along the waterfront.
How close is Ground
Zero?
Ground Zero is approximately 4 blocks north of the Museum. It can be accessed
by walking north on West St.
How close is the Irish Hunger Memorial?
The Irish Hunger Memorial, located along the waterfront at the cross of
Vesey Street, can be accessed by walking north along the esplanade along
the waterfront. It is opposite the Embassy Suites Hotel.
Our Collection
My family has
donated material to the museum. How do I find it?
Artifacts in the Museum collection rotate on and off exhibit. Only a small
portion of our collection is on exhibit at any one time. To find out if
your artifact or photograph is on exhibit, contact ebrumberg@mjhnyc.org.
I have an artifact I would like to donate to the museum- who should
I contact?
Please email ebrumberg@mjhnyc.org.
Is there a way we can research our family names and history?
JewishGen is the perfect complement to the Museum's mission, and became
an affiliate of the Museum on January 1, 2003. On JewishGen, researchers
share genealogical information, techniques, and case studies. With a growing
database of more than seven million records, including some material from
previous centuries, the website is a forum for the exchange of information
about Jewish life and family history and has enabled thousands of families
to connect and reconnect in a way never before possible. Read more about
JewishGen or visit their website at
www.jewishgen.org.
How do I search for a family member or a Holocaust Survivor?
The Museum is one of the homes of the Benjamin and Vladka Meed Registry of Jewish Holocaust Survivors, which is run by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington DC. For more information visit the USHMM website.
Getting Involved
How do I become
a Member?
By becoming a member of the Museum of Jewish Heritage - A Living Memorial
to the Holocaust, you are making a commitment to an institution quite unlike
any other in the world - one that teaches the valuable lessons of humanity
and its unfailing hope for survival. Learn more about our different membership
levels and how to JOIN NOW.
How can I become a Volunteer or Gallery Educator?
The Museum offers several volunteer opportunities ranging from administrative
help to becoming a Gallery Educator. Read more about our volunteer
opportunities.
How do I find out about job opportunities at the Museum?
The Museum employs individuals in a broad range of capacities from curatorship
to retail. Learn about current job
opportunities.
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