Ruth’s Bookstore

HOURS

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

Please note: The Lillian Goldman Reading Room will be closed on Tuesday, August 5th.

Make sure to check our holiday closures prior to visiting.

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.

Our Store Philosophy

Through a thoughtfully curated selection of products, Ruth's Bookstore highlights the richness of Jewish scholarship, culture, and heritage, creating meaningful connections between the past and present to enhance our modern lives. All proceeds from sales made in Ruth's Bookstore support the Center for Jewish History.