What People are Saying

"The only Lower East Side tour that gets you past the front door! The LESJC showcases the vibrancy of the Lower East Side."

-Steven Klein, Director of Domestic Missions, NYC-UJA-Federation

"I felt like I was with a big, warm, Jewish family."

-Testimonial from Annual Noshing Tour

"I cannot recommend the LESJC tours too highly! My groups still talk of their great guides, the fantastic synagogue interiors, and the rich cultural and religious history they experienced on the Lower East Side."

-Urban Historian Justin Ferate, Founder of Tours of the City

"People pulled me aside to tell me what a great experience it was, how much they learned, how meaningful it was, etc. And…they got a piece of ruggalah and some say the best pickle they have ever had. That's saying something - these people know their pickles."

-Nancy Clayman, Director, Fundraising & Associates Membership/Hadassah Fundraising Division

"Conservancy tours will enrich your life by connecting you to the Jewish heritage of the Lower East Side."

- Historian Joyce Mendelsohn, author, The Lower East Side, Remembered & Revisited—History and Guide to a Legendary New York Neighborhood, Lower East Side Press, 2001.

"My husband and I had the opportunity to take a comprehensive tour of the Lower East Side booked through the Conservancy. Lori Weissman was our guide for most of the tour and she was extraordinary. Neither of us had family background relationships with the Lower East Side of New York but we felt such emotion and connection to the area and its history because of Laurie."

- S.B.

"In spite of the 'rain on our parade,' we thoroughly enjoyed our Lower East Side tour. It was an opportunity to connect with our relatives and get a sense of their lives and experiences. Kudos to the staff of the Conservancy for the caring attention and guidance that contributed so much to the success of our day. The wealth of knowledge and information provided by our tour guides was truly awesome and yes, we must mention their warm, friendly personalities. We arrived home slightly wet, very happy with bags of bialys. It was a great day."

- B.S.

"I found this to be a fascinating experience. We loved hearing about the history of the synagogues and of the neighborhood. Thank you!"

- R.M.