宗教场所

图罗犹太教堂

Name: 图罗犹太教堂
Address: 85 Touro St, Newport, RI, US

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Chas & Em

June 23, 2018

Dedicated in 1763, the building was designated a National Historic Site in 1946. The building was spared from being torn down and used as firewood during the British occupation of Newport, because it was used as a hospital for Brittish troops. Currently, it’s the oldest surviving synagogue in the US, and still operates as an active place of worship. In 1790, George Washington defended religious freedom in a letter "To the Hebrew Congregation in Newport," stating that the new nation would give "to bigotry no sanction, to persecution no assistance." Tours include a half hour seated presentation in Touro Synagogue and two floors of exhibits in the Loeb Visitors Center at 52 Spring St.

Great Gull

April 12, 2019

Touro Synagogue, a building of exquisite beauty and design, steeped in history and ideals, and one of the most historically significant Jewish buildings in America, was designated a National Historic Site in 1946. Dedicated in 1763, it still serves an active congregation and each year greets over 30,000 visitors who come to see the magnificent interior and hear its remarkable story. This remarkable building is located just across the street from our Historic Newport location.