Join us for a 1 hour tour of the magnificent Bialystoker Synagogue, voted one of America’s 10 most beautiful, inspiring, and unique synagogues in 2016 by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Built in 1826 as a Methodist Church, this site is believed to be a stop on the Underground Railroad. Hear a presentation of Lower East Side history and learn about the largest active congregation on the Lower East Side today.

Marvel at this synagogue, resplendent in colorful murals showcasing Tiffany inspired stained glass windows. See its ceiling covered with rare, hand-painted and treasured mazales - representations of the signs of the zodiac. This is one of the few surviving examples left of what once were countless Eastern European synagogues boasting these depictions. Those synagogues (and their mazales) were destroyed by Nazi forces.

Find out why there is a lobster painted on the ceiling.

The Conservancy is the only touring organization with access to this site!

A portion of the proceeds of this tour are returned to the synagogue.

The Sanctuary is large and can accommodate 1,100 people, so there is room to spread out.

As per current NYC guidelines for indoor events, we will be requiring everyone to wear a mask, and show proof of vaccination.

If you are not feeling well, DO NOT ATTEND. If you have been exposed to anyone with symptoms of the virus DO NOT ATTEND. Call our office and arrangements will be made to either have your money refunded, or you will be issued a credit with no expiration date.

Tickets are $15 PP and an additional $3 on the day of tour -pending availability.

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