Temple Emanu-El
Neighborhood: Upper East Side
Type of Place: Temples
Description:
Founded in 1845, Temple Emanu-El is the third oldest Reform Jewish congregation in the United States. Its odyssey mirrors that of the Jewish community in New York. Originally located on a remote corner on the Lower East Side, it moved progressively, both geographically and spiritually, further uptown, and is now located in the very heart of New York City, on the Upper East Side.
With a membership of more than 3,000 families and 10,000 people,
it is the largest congregation of Jewish worshippers in the world.
The Emanu-El sanctuary, seating 2,500, makes it one of the world’s largest Jewish houses of worship. Within its walls, an enormous range of
social, educational and cultural programs are offered.
© 2011 Congregation Emanu-El of the City of New York. - Isabel
Temple Emanu-El
1 East 65th Street
New York, NY 10065
212-744-1400
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