Holiday Hours:
The Gallery will be closed December 21st – January 2nd
The Museum Shop + Cafe will be closed December 20th – January 2nd
Happy Holidays! We look forward to seeing you again in the new year!
Find The Right Space
Beautifully restored to its original 1926 condition, the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center is the perfect place to hold conferences, small meetings, receptions and other events.
Boasting state of the art audio and video capabilities, the Heritage Center’s auditorium and classrooms are plug-in ready with free high-speed broadband Internet access. There is also an on-site catering kitchen equipped with full-sized refrigerator, microwave, and dishwasher. Moreover, our contemporary gallery and other exhibition spaces enhance the experience of those participating in your event. The Center is available for rental until 10 pm.
Room fees are calculated based on the entire reservation time, including time required for set-up and cleanup. Rental minimum is two hours. For events that occur after 5 pm or on weekends with over 50 people, there is an additional fee of $35/hr for JSAAHC security personnel. A minimum of one security person is required for all events.
* Unfortunately, we are not equipped to accommodate weddings or wedding receptions.
Rent the entire Center, just the auditorium, or one of our more intimate spaces.
The Center for Local Knowledge
The Center for Local Knowledge is equipped with dry erase boards, a 42 inch smart TV, tables, and chairs. Ideal for meetings.
Capacity:
- Meetings: 20-25
Our Auditorium
The Auditorium is an all purpose space that can be used for lectures, banquets, receptions and meetings. It features a state of the art audio/video system including:
Capacity:
- Performance or Lecture : 175
- Dinner (seated Meal): 90-100
Read Our Rental Policy
Before submitting the form make sure that you read and accept the requirements outlined in our rental policy. This policy not only helps to protect you and us in our engagement but also helps to ensure a consistent, fair, and ethical process.
You can download the form by clicking the button below, and emailing it to info@jeffschoolheritagecenter.org
Hours
Heritage Center
Tuesday – Friday 1.00 pm – 6.00 pm
Saturday 10 am – 1 pm
Closed Monday & Sunday
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