Weddings & Events

Steve Cook, Neira Jackson, Mike Solomonov, and Caitlin McMillan of Lilah

Introducing Lilah at The Weitzman
Events & Catering by CookNSolo

Beginning in May 2024, Lilah Events—the events company from Michael Solomonov and Steve Cook’s hospitality group, CookNSolo—is now the in-house events and catering partner of The Weitzman.

About Lilah Events

Lilah Events—the events company from Michael Solomonov and Steve Cook’s hospitality group, CookNSolo—is now the in-house events and catering partner of the The Weitzman!

As events and catering partner of The Weitzman, Lilah offers customizable menus that showcase CookNSolo’s hit dishes, from fresh pita and hummus, to skewers of kebabs hot off the charcoal grill, and coffee-braised brisket with cardamom and apple. Lilah at The Weitzman is overseen by longtime CookNSolo veterans Director of Events Neira Jackson and Culinary Director Caitlin McMillan.

Clients seeking to host kosher functions at the Museum will be able to enjoy CookNSolo menus in collaboration with high-quality kosher caterers, providing a seamless experience for planning elevated events in accordance with Jewish dietary laws. Click here to learn more about Lilah.

Toll Terrace overlooking Independence Mall (by Tania Lezak)

Host your next event at The Weitzman

Located on the most historic square mile in the country, the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History is an architectural landmark that boasts 20,000 square feet of multi-purpose event space across five floors. The flagship space is a 7,000 square foot ballroom with seating for 500 (reception for up to 700), floor-to-ceiling wrap-around windows, and the adjoining Toll Terrace. The indoor-outdoor space overlooks Independence Mall—the most historic square mile in the country—and offers a one-of-a-kind, panoramic view of the Philadelphia skyline.

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Included in Every Rental

Creative and flexible menu planning
Personal attention through entire event planning and production process
Use of our dance floor, stage, tables, and white wooden Chiavari chairs with cushions
Use of the Museum’s ketubah gallery for the marriage contract signing ceremony
Convenient, discounted parking at the Bourse garage located just one block from the Museum, and plenty of parking in the area.

Available Discounts

Preferred rate for non-profit organizations
10% discount on a beautiful customized marriage contract—ketubah—from our Museum Store’s vast ketubah selection.

Kashrut/Jewish Dietary Laws

Clients seeking to host kosher functions at the Museum will be able to enjoy CookNSolo menus in collaboration with high-quality kosher caterers, providing a seamless experience for planning elevated events in accordance with Jewish dietary laws.

Our Incredible Event Spaces

Click here to download a one-page overview of our available spaces.

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