Jewish Landmarks Survey: The History of Rochester’s Jewish Community Through the Built Environment

Description

Beginning in 2020, The Landmark Society conducted a survey of properties in Monroe County associated with the Jewish community. We worked with a committee comprised of leaders in the Jewish community, preservationists, local historians, and neighborhood advocates to identify sites of Jewish significance and narrow that list to approximately 80 representative sites for the survey.

The survey team photographed and performed base-level research on each of the properties, which included a physical description of the building or site and its history. The primary purpose of the survey is to bring awareness to future generations of the existence of these sites and the impact that they had on Rochester and the surrounding suburbs. It can also serve as a foundation for further research and as a planning tool for local groups, Jewish congregations, and others utilizing these properties. Through documentation of the extant, standing resources that have held historic significance in Jewish culture and religion, this survey highlights major contributions by the Jewish community over the years in the Rochester area.

153 pages. $37.75 includes sales tax and shipping cost for $25 book.