Of the hundreds of synagogues on the Lower East Side during the turn of the last century, two magnificent examples remain. One is the first great house of worship built by Eastern European Jews, and the other a former church, believed to be a site on the Underground Railroad. We start our tours at Bialystoker Synagogue, the largest active orthodox congregation on the Lower East Side today, covered in murals, showcasing Tiffany inspired glass windows, and end at the magnificently restored Museum at Eldridge Street.

In between, we will walk historic East Broadway discussing The Henry Street Settlement, Lillian Wald, Shteiblach Row, The Educational Alliance, Seward Park, Straus Square, The Seward Park Library and more.

THIS TOUR IS BEING OFFERED TWICE ON COLUMBUS DAY. THE MORNING TOUR STARTS AT 10:45AM AND THE AFTERNOON TOUR STARTS AT 2:00PM.

A portion of the proceeds are returned to the sites visited. Tour lasts approximately 3 hours with a fair amount of walking.

This tour is being co-sponsored with

The Museum at Eldridge Street.

Both of these tours are limited to 20 registrants each. The sanctuaries are large with room to spread out.

In order to enable you to hear the guide while practicing social distancing, we will be using an app for smart phones. Bring earphones for your cell.

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 $30 PP and an additional $3 on the day of tour -pending availability.

WE TOUR RAIN OR SHINE!

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