Museum of Jewish Heritage

Museum of Jewish Heritage - A Living Memorial to the Holocaust

36 Battery Place

New York, NY 10280

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The Museum of Jewish Heritage is considered to be a living memorial of the Holocaust. The institution pays a tribute to the lives of Jewish people in the 20^th century. Through the various programs and events the museum offers an overview about the people who sacrificed their lives for framing the civilization. The exclusive collection of the museum comprises of their pictures, personal belongings, photographs, and the original videos that show their lifestyle.

The whole of the collection reflects the evolution of the Jewish community and society, their success, principle, hope and victory. All these values are inherited by the present Jewish race. The exceptional collection at the Museum of Jewish Heritage includes documents that are also a significant part of the history. These records further help students, teachers and other learned people to carry on their studies, exhibitions and research work.

The Morgenthau building usually hosts special events, exhibitions and educational shows that are held in the Museum of Jewish Heritage. The museum offers an overview on three basic themes: Jewish Life a Century Ago, Jewish Renewal and The War Against the Jews. The building is a six-sided shaped with a tiered roof signifying the six million Jews who died in the mass destruction and the six points of the Star of David.

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Hours of operation

The Museum of Jewish heritage welcomes all the people to know more about the origin of the Jewish Race. On Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday the museum is accessible from 10a.m. to 5:45p.m. On Wednesday from 10a.m. to 8p.m. On Friday the time is from 10a.m. to 5p.m except on special Fridays and eve of Jewish holidays the timings are from 10a.m. to 3p.m.

The museum remains closed on Saturdays, Jewish holidays and Thanksgiving Day.

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Admission:

Children under the age of 12 require no entrée fees. In general the fees structure is:

·        For students : $5

·        For senior citizens : $7

·        For adults : $10

The admittance is free for general museum building on Wednesdays from 4 to 8p.m.

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Education:

The Museum of Jewish Heritage provides the educational zone with immense material, which in turn aids the teachers to teach. The students of high school, undergraduate and graduate programs can do their internship under this museum. The teachers can also organize workshops, trainings and guided classes.

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Collections: 

The museum’s exhibition revolves around objects and pictures, and the films that demonstrate Jewish lives. The source forms the main support for the archives and for educational purpose.

The museum’s collection is based on three historical themes each one of them is featured on the separate floors. The museum’s core exhibition includes around 2000 photographs, 24 original documentaries and 800 historical and cultural articrafts. The exhibit signifies the Jewish community at the end of 20^th century. It covers all the articrafts and photographs which tell us about their life. The museum tells us the story of Jews conflict in the countries of Europe, hatred and violence between the communities. It also relates the story of their survival, isolation and unbelievable hardships. Basically it relates to the struggle of men and women across the regions.

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Rentals:

This exclusive space is given in rent for special occasions like receptions, meetings, conferences, celebrations and other programs. Rentals are also provided for special exhibitions and theatre programs. The Morgenthau Annex offers the outstanding sight of the Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty, this newly constructed building provides accommodation for 10 to 400guests.

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General Information: 

The museum family guide: You are a Museum Detective. The Case: Looking for Heritage in All the Right Places comprises a tour for kids and families. Several English, Spanish, Russian audio tours are also available. The museum also has a café for public refreshment.

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Museum shop:

The museum shop gives you the opportunity to gather a wide range of books, jewelry, music and toy items and other gift items. The gift items represent the Museum’s educational mission. You can get 10% rebate on the museum publications and other objects. For further details call at 646.437.4213 or mail at: wshalewitz@mjhnyc.org

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Membership:

Special advantages and privileges are given to the members on the subject of admissions, invitations, special programs, discounts, items and guided tours. Membership categories include:

Gift Memberships are available to all. A notice is send with a letter confirming about the receiver’s gift and address.

Basic Memberships include the following fees structure:

·        Individual Membership -$54

·         Dual Membership -$100

·        Senior Individual/Senior Dual Membership  -$36/ $70

·        Young Friends/Young Friends Dual Membership  -$50/$90

·        Student Membership -$18

·        National/International Membership -$36

·        Contributing Membership  -$150

·        Family Membership  -$180

·        Sustaining Membership  -$360

·        Tribute Membership -$360

·        Circle of Hope - $500

·        Circle of Memory - $750

Patron memberships include members like the curator, director and the chairman circles. They receive special benefits:

• Curator's Circle -$1,000
• Director's Circle -$2,500
• Chairman's Circle -$5,000 and above