
Private Events &
Museum Rentals
The Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience has a variety of unique and flexible rental spaces to host events of all kinds and all sizes. Whether you are planning a corporate event, a simcha (joyous occasion), a family reunion, or a Shabbat dinner, we can make it happen!
In addition to the packages listed below, we are more than happy to work with you to create a unique package that fits your specific needs. To consult directly with our service team, contact Leah via email or phone at 504-384-2480 ext. 104.

An After-Hours Event
After-Hours Package (5:30pm – 9:30pm)
Rental space: Entire Museum (event hall and museum exhibits)
Cost: Flat fee of $1000, plus $13 per person
Capacity: Cocktail style: 125 max capacity in event hall; 250 in museum exhibits Seated style: 60 max capacity in event hall; 250 in museum exhibits Event must begin after 5:30pm and end by 9:30pm. No food or drink allowed in museum exhibits.
Package includes:
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Full event hall for self-catered meal, party, reunion, or reception
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45 black classroom chairs and 20 grey cushioned chairs
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Up to nine 6′ tables with black spandex tablecloths
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Five highboy tables with black spandex tablecloths
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Projector on a rolling cart with HDMI cord
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WiFi
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Speaker with two wireless microphones
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Entry for all guests into the Museum exhibit spaces
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Private access to the Mintz Family Theater
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Museum Store open for business
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Security detail provided by the Museum
Optional paid add-ons:
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Additional tables and chairs
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Linens or decorations
Does not include:
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Parking (on-street metered parking available)

Extended Museum Hours
(Exhibits Only)
After-Hours Package (5:30pm – 9:30pm)
Rental space: Exhibit Galleries and Museum Store
Cost: Cost: Flat fee of $500, plus $13 per person
Capacity: Up to 250
No outside catering allowed.
Package includes:
● Entry for all guests into the Museum exhibit spaces
● Private access to the Mintz Family Theater
● Museum Store open for business
● Security detail provided by the Museum
Does not include:
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Parking (on-street metered parking available)

A Daytime Event
Daytime Package (9:00am – 5:00pm)
Rental space: Dora Ferber Hall (Second floor)
Cost: $500 for up to 3 hours; $150/hour over time
Capacity: 60 seated; Up to 125 standing
Package includes:
● Full event hall for self-catered meal, meeting, reunion, or reception
● 45 black classroom chairs and 20 grey cushioned chairs
● Up to nine 6′ tables with black spandex tablecloths
● Five highboy tables with black spandex tablecloths
● Projector on a rolling cart with HDMI cord
● WiFi
Optional paid add-ons:
● Tickets for entry to Museum ($13 per person)
● Additional tables or chairs ● Linens or decorations
Does not include:
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Parking (on-street metered parking available)

Host Your Event at MSJE
Fill out the details of your event and your contact information, and our friendly Visitor Services team will get in touch as soon as possible! Please note: by filling out this form, you are starting a conversation with our team. This is NOT a booking form or binding contract. Availability will be confirmed by a team member before final booking.