Park Avenue Synagogue, Conservative synagogue in Upper East Side, Manhattan, United States.
Park Avenue Synagogue occupies a striking building featuring Moorish Revival architecture with tall stone walls, ornate details, and stained glass windows throughout. The structure houses multiple levels containing prayer spaces, educational areas, and rooms for community activities and events.
The congregation was founded in 1882 by German Jewish immigrants under the name Temple Gates of Hope and was renamed in 1923. The name change reflected the congregation's evolution and relocation to its current Park Avenue location.
The congregation hosts daily prayer services and community gatherings where visitors can experience Jewish traditions and communal life firsthand. The prayer space serves as a gathering place where the community celebrates major holidays and religious occasions together.
The location sits on the Upper East Side and is easily accessible by public transportation. Visitors should know that certain doors or areas may only be open during prayer times, so it is advisable to check visiting hours beforehand.
The affiliated learning center operates from a separate 1912 Neoclassical townhouse that was converted for educational purposes. This former private residence now provides study resources and programs specifically designed for congregation members.
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