A unique, exceptionally elegant, surprisingly affordable location for your conference, meeting, symposium, social event...

The Center is a unique venue for hosting dinners, conferences, receptions, family and life-cycle events. Surrounded by exhibition and gallery spaces throughout the venue, our facilities include the 247-seat, state-of-the-art Leo and Julia Forchheimer Auditorium, the 2,500 sq.ft. Paul S. and Sylvia Steinberg Great Hall, the Valentin M. Blavatnik Orientation Theater, three flexible classroom/meeting rooms, and the atrium space of the Selma L. Batkin Mezzanine which overlooks the Great Hall and the beautiful terrazzo floor installation, Biblical Species, by Michele Oka Doner.

Private viewings of the exhibitions of four of the Center's partners can be organized, and special arrangements can be made for viewing the exhibitions of the Yeshiva University Museum.

Located in the Union Square/Chelsea area, the Center is easily accessible by most train lines, many bus lines, and several parking garages.

Please call 212-294-8308 for further information on hosting your event at the Center. A copy of our a/v equipment list can be found here.

Some of our clients include:

• American Express
• American Jewish Committee
• Anti-Defamation League
• Beth Israel Hospital
• Claims Conference
• Israel Cancer Research Fund
• Jewish Book Council Award Ceremonies
• Hadassah
• Hadassah Magazine
• Manhattan Jewish Experience
• National Foundation for Jewish Culture
• NYU School of Medicine
• Touro College

Leo and Julia Forchheimer Auditorium

The Leo and Julia Forchheimer Auditorium has a maximum capacity of 247 people, with handicapped access. The auditorium is equipped with a full range of state-of-the-art audio-visual capabilities, including data, video and slide projection, audio and video recording and video conferencing. Download a pdf of our equipment list and lighting plot. Please call 212-294-8308 for further information on hosting your event at the Center.

Paul S. and Sylvia Steinberg Great Hall

The Paul S. and Sylvia Steinberg Great Hall holds a maximum of 130 people for a sit-down event and 250 people for a buffet stand-up event. Please call 212-294-8308 for further information on hosting your event at the Center.

Valentin M. Blavatnik Orientation Theater

Perhaps one of the first institutional media theaters designed specifically for viewing archival images, the recently opened Valentin M. Blavatnik Orientation Theater was created to provide an informative, engaging introduction to the Center for Jewish History for both first-time visitors and those already familiar with the Center's mission and facilities. This modern orientation facility is suited for both intimate lectures and special presentations. It is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, including a 65" high-definition plasma screen that allows for DVD and PowerPoint presentations, cable access, and a custom lectern that enables control of lighting permutations in the room in order to enhance the experience of viewing the archival material. Please call 212-294-8308 for further information on hosting your event at the Center.

Selma L. Batkin Mezzanine

Overlooking the Great Hall, surrounded by beautiful exhibitions, the Selma L. Batkin Mezzanine Gallery is an elegant space for receptions or pre-dinner cocktails for up to 100 guests.

Please call 212-294-8308 for further information on hosting your event at the Center.

Classrooms and Conference Rooms

Accommodating groups of 35 to 50, these three rooms are suitable for meetings, seminars, lectures and informal luncheons and dinners.

Please call 212-294-8308 for further information on hosting your event at the Center.