Falmouth Synagogue, Grade II listed synagogue in Falmouth, United Kingdom.
Description
Falmouth Synagogue sits on Gyllyng Street overlooking the town harbor, showcasing early 19th-century architectural features. The building now serves as residential spaces while a commemorative plaque marks its former purpose.
History
The synagogue was built in 1806 when Jewish merchants settled in Falmouth during a prosperous trading period. It closed in 1879 as the local Jewish community dispersed.
Culture
The synagogue's Torah scrolls and religious artifacts, including yadim and rimmonim, are now preserved in the Jewish Museum London and Royal Cornwall Museum.
Practical
Access to the building is limited as it is now private residences, but the exterior architecture is visible from the street. The commemorative plaque on the facade provides information about its historical use.
Did you know?
The synagogue's Torah scrolls and religious objects were preserved and transferred to the Jewish Museum London and Royal Cornwall Museum. This reflects how artifacts from a closed community were documented and protected.
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