White synagogue in Joniškis, 19th-century synagogue complex in Joniškis, Lithuania
The White Synagogue in Joniškis is a 19th-century house of worship distinguished by late classical design and traditional external features. The interior underwent restoration and now provides space for religious services, community celebrations, and cultural programs.
The building was founded in 1823 and initially served a small local congregation in the town. The population in the region underwent significant growth during the following century.
The building anchored the community identity for over two centuries, serving as a gathering place for ceremonies, celebrations, and daily social meetings. Today visitors can sense its ongoing importance in how the structure is valued as a defining part of the town's past.
After extensive renovation work completed in 2016, the building features modern utilities, upgraded walls, new flooring, and contemporary facilities. The site sits among residential buildings, making it easily accessible on foot and integrated within the local surroundings.
The complex actually comprises two distinct structures: the well-known White building and a second Red-painted house, together forming a single compound. This rare dual arrangement reflects the diversity of spaces the community needed to fulfill its various functions.
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