Temple Jacob

Temple Jacob is a Reform synagogue in Hancock built from brick and sandstone with a copper dome. The structure features round-arched windows with stained glass and displays Georgian Revival architectural elements throughout.

The temple was built in 1912 on land from the Quincy Mining Company and started as an Orthodox congregation. Over time, the community shifted toward Reform Judaism.

The synagogue displays Jewish religious symbols through its stained glass windows, showing the Star of David and the Ten Commandments. These visual elements remain central to how the local community expresses its faith today.

The building is located on Front Street and regularly hosts services, Torah study sessions, and holiday celebrations. Plan your visit in advance to experience community events.

This building remains the oldest active Jewish house of worship on Michigan's Upper Peninsula and the first established in the Copper Country region. Its continued operation reflects more than a century of continuous community presence in this mining area.

Location: Hancock

Inception: 1912

Architects: Maass Brothers

Made from material: brick, copper, sandstone

Part of: East Hancock

GPS coordinates: 47.12603,-88.57361

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:00