Events, Exhibits, and Programs at The Library

The Library of The Jewish Theological Seminary hosts a variety of book talks, lectures, programs, and other public events. In addition, our special exhibitions provide museum-quality presentations of many of The Library's celebrated, historical treasures in the context of Jewish education.

Go beyond the books and explore all that The Library has to offer.

Upcoming Programs and Events

Library Book Talks

All Library events are free and open to the public. Please reserve your space by emailing Hector Guzman or calling (212) 678-8075. Like The Library on Facebook and be the first to know about upcoming events!

Library Exhibits

Martin Luther King Jr.'s Ties to JTS and Conservative Judaism

Facsimile exhibit, Alperin Lobby exhibition cases, ongoing.

Online Exhibitions

JTS Library Treasures: An online visit to The Library's Rare Book Room

Traveling Exhibitions

People of Faith, Land of Promise: In Celebration of 350 Years of Jewish Life in America (in facsimile)

Radical Visions: Graphic Satire in the Yiddish Press, 1894-1939

Sanctuary and Synagogue: The Experience of the Portuguese and Ashkenazic Jews in Amsterdam

Recent Events

Rav Hisda's Daughter Book I: Apprentice--A Novel of Love, the Talmud, and Sorcery
A Discussion with Author Maggie Anton (Rashi's Daughters Trilogy)

Through the Door of Life: A Jewish Journey Between Genders
A Discussion with Author Dr. Joy Ladin

Development, Learning, and Community: Educating for Identity in Pluralistic Jewish High Schools
A Discussion with Dr. Jeffrey S. Kress, Author

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View a list of past exhibitions.

The Jewish Theological Seminary is located at 3080 Broadway (at 122nd Street) in New York City, and is accessible via the 1 train and the M4 and M104 buses.