Events at the JRM - Jackie Robinson Foundation

About the Venue

Located in the Hudson Square neighborhood which borders SoHo in Lower Manhattan, the Jackie Robinson Museum (JRM) preserves the memory of the iconic American hero while challenging visitors to continue the humanitarian work to which he devoted his life.

For a meaningful experience, host your next conference, meeting, or special function at the Jackie Robinson Museum.

Three event spaces totaling nearly 10,000 s/f
Two (2) hour set up and break down period included
Complimentary coat check
House tables & chairs available
Gift Shop on the premises
Preferred vendors for catering, enhanced A/V services, and equipment rental

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Rental Spaces

Welcome Center

The Welcome Center features the Man of Action Exhibit - six rare and significant artifacts that symbolize Jackie Robinson’s remarkable journey and unique impact on the world – and a brilliant 14’ media wall with rotating images of Jackie Robinson. Perfect for small receptions, this intimate space can be rented separately for events or be paired with other spaces for more complex events.

Maximum capacity: 35 persons

Portrait Gallery

Located on the second floor, the stately Portrait Gallery features a magnificent collection of photographs and original paintings of Jackie Robinson. Featured artists include Leroy Neiman, Dick Perez and Graig Kreindler. An Ideal space for cocktail parties, meals, fireside chat or panel programming, this space may be paired with the Conference Center for an expanded setup.

Maximum capacity:
Theater style, 110
Meals, 80
Reception, 150

Conference Center

The Conference Center is the perfect setting for meetings, small conferences and receptions. Featuring large picturesque windows and a retractable airwall, guests of the space also have access to a state-of-the-art video conferencing system.

Maximum capacity:
Theater style, 75
Meals, 50
Reception, 80

Second Floor

The Portrait Gallery and Conference Center can be combined to accomodate larger, multi-fuction events such as a buffet meal or reception and program. Contact us for more details.

Maximum capacity:
Theater style, 110
Meals, 80
Reception, 200

Catering

Great food is a integral part to any event. With this in mind, we have identified preferred vendors who will be responsive to your catering needs.

Full Service Caterers

Olivier Cheng Catering & Events
George Henderson
Phone: 212.625.3151
Email: george@ocnyc.com

Tribeca Rooftop and Tribeca 360
Elaina Gabb
Phone: 212.625.2600
Email: Elaina.Gabb@tribec.com

Splashlight Catering
Taylor Hingston
Phone: 973.534.3798
Email: thingston@splashlight.com

Creative Edge Parties
Robert Skelly
Phone: 917.609.1082
Email: robert@creativeedgeparties.com

Technical Services

The Jackie Robinson Museum offers a wide range of technical support to ensure your event is a success. Our team will work with you to address your audio-visual needs including:

Sound reinforcement
Stage and lighting
Video recordings
Hosting video conferences

Events at the Jackie Robinson Museum