
Reading Room
Mon-Thurs: 9:30am-4:30pm
Genealogy Institute
Mon: 9:30am-4:30pm
Tue-Fri: By appointment only
Free Exhibit Spaces
Sun–Thurs: 9:30am–7:30pm
Fri: 9:30am-3:30pm
Sat: Closed
Ruth's Bookstore
Sun–Thurs: 10:30am-6:30pm
Fri: 10:30am-4:00pm
Make sure to check our holiday closures prior to visiting.
Please note: The Reading Room will be closed December 8-10, 2025. We are sorry for any inconvenience.
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.
The Center for Jewish History is home to five partners—American Jewish Historical Society, American Sephardi Federation, Leo Baeck Institute, Yeshiva University Museum, and YIVO Institute for Jewish Research. The partner collections total more than five miles of archival material and span nearly a thousand years of history. When the Center opened its doors as the new "Library of Congress of the Jewish people," it made a commitment to preserve the treasures that live within its walls and make them accessible to scholars, students, and diverse audiences. The Center relies on philanthropic support to do this work.
The Center is currently looking to fill the following position/s:
The Center for Jewish History is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Database Administrator to play a central role in managing the organization’s donor and constituent data systems. Reporting directly to the AVP of Development, this individual will oversee database operations with a strong focus on supporting the Center’s transition from Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge to Salesforce.
This is a unique opportunity for a professional who combines technical expertise with an understanding of nonprofit fundraising and donor data management. The Database Administrator will serve as a key partner to the Development team and colleagues across the organization, ensuring a smooth migration and long-term optimization of Salesforce as the Center’s primary CRM.
Salary: $65,000-$85,000
The Center for Jewish History is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To apply, please send cover letter and resume to jobs@cjh.org. No phone calls please.
The Center for Jewish History is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to fill the role of Part-Time Genealogist (Temporary) reporting directly to the Head of Genealogy. The Part-Time Genealogist will play a pivotal role in assisting patrons with Holocaust-related genealogical research. Experience with Jewish genealogical research using repositories such as the Arolsen Archives and Yad Vashem is required, as well as experience using standard genealogical databases, such as JewishGen, Ancestry, and FamilySearch.
Salary: $30-35/hour (based on experience)
The Center for Jewish History is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To apply, please send cover letter and resume to jobs@cjh.org. No phone calls please.
The Programs and Events Coordinator will play a vital role in ensuring the high quality and smooth execution of events at the Center, including programs presented by the Center’s Partner organizations, private rentals, and special events.
Salary: $20-$22/hour
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and move around the Center building (all floors accessible by elevator). The employee is occasionally required to lift moderate weight boxes (up to 25 lbs.), furniture (rolling tables, chairs, etc.), and A/V equipment.
The Center for Jewish History is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To apply, please send cover letter and resume to jobs@cjh.org. No phone calls please.
The Center for Jewish History, together with the Anne Frank House is seeking passionate and engaging Exhibition Gallery Guides to support visitors to “Anne Frank The Exhibition” that opened to the public in January 2025. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who are committed to engaging public audiences with this important historical narrative.
About the Exhibition
“Anne Frank The Exhibition” at the Center for Jewish History offers a powerful and immersive experience that brings to life the story of Anne Frank, her family, and the historical context of the Holocaust. Through a combination of original artifacts, multimedia displays, and interactive elements, the exhibition provides a deeply moving and educational journey for visitors of all ages.
Part-Time Exhibition Gallery Guides for “Anne Frank The Exhibition” play a crucial role in creating a welcoming and informative atmosphere for visitors as they move through the exhibition. The primary focus will be to respond to visitor inquiries and help orient guests in a way that facilitates meaningful engagement with Anne Frank's story. Part-Time Exhibition Gallery Guides earn $20.00 per hour.
Salary: $20/hour
The Center for Jewish History is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please submit your resume and cover letter to jobs@cjh.org . In your cover letter, explain your why you feel connected to Anne Frank's story. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. No phone calls please.
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