Ellen Levitt Launches "Former Synagogues of the United States"

Join us for the launch of Ellen Levitt's Former Synagogues of the United States, a thoughtful, multifaceted book on the hidden history of synagogues and Jewish organizational buildings throughout New York, Chicago, Detroit, and other American cities.

Ellen will read from the book, followed by a conversation, Q&A, reception, and book signing.

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About the book

Throughout the United States there are buildings that had been home to Jewish houses of worship, schools, and other institutions. What has happened to these buildings? What can we learn from their history? Former Synagogues of the United States tells their stories, and explains how and why they have changed over time. This book explores Jewish history, American religious studies, architecture and decorative arts, genealogy, and other related topics to tell a vivid saga.