Welcome to the Arizona Jewish Historical Society

The society owns and operates the Cutler✡Plotkin Jewish Heritage Center, a historic for synagogue and church that now serves the community as a museum, cultural center, and charming event venue. 

Originally built in 1921, the center is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a phoenix Point of Pride! Visitors to our award-winning facility can experience first hand a bot of local history when they tour this historic landmark, explore our museum gallery, or stay for one of our many fun, culturally rich programs. In addition, our center is available for rent for a variety of events, including weddings, mitzvahs, seminars, receptions, private parties, quinceaneras and more. 

People of all faiths are invited to share in the richness of our local history and the excitement of our many events! 

For more information, please contact us at 602-241-7870 or fill out the form below and submit.

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“Stories of Survival: An Immersive Journey Through the Holocaust”

The exhibit is currently open to the public as follows:

  • Schools: Docent-guided tours Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 9AM-3PM by appointment only. Schools pay no charge.

  • Private groups: Docent-guided tours Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 9AM-3PM by appointment only. $20/adult, minimum 10 adults (or equivalent donation). This charge goes mostly to security costs for guests during the tour.

  • Individuals and small groups: Open for self-guided visits various Wednesdays in the month from 11AM-3PM. We cannot guarantee access for walk-in - please schedule your visit in advance. Adult admission is $10; children and members are free. nesdays in the month from 11AM-3PM. We cannot guarantee access for walk-in - please schedule your visit in advance. Adult admission is $10; children and members are free. 

To schedule a visit or tour please email us at Tours@azjhs.org or call 602.241.7870.

 

ADDRESS:

122 E. Culver Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85004-1720

We are located right next to Burton Barr Phoenix Public Library. To find us, take 2nd Street south from McDowell.

AZJHS is deeply grateful to all our donors and sponsors for their generous support and gifts throughout the year. Because of you, we are able to continue providing to the public at no cost our many programs, events and exhibits.