Vilna Shul, Historic synagogue in Beacon Hill, Boston, Massachusetts.
The Vilna Shul stands at 18 Phillips Street with traditional architectural elements designed by Max Kalman for Lithuanian Jewish immigrants.
Built in 1919 with funds from an eminent domain settlement, this synagogue served as a primary religious center until its closure in 1985.
The synagogue walls contain multiple layers of preserved murals representing twentieth-century immigrant folk art from the Jewish community.
Visitors can participate in educational programs, community events, and guided tours exploring Jewish heritage throughout the calendar year.
This structure remains the sole surviving immigrant-era synagogue in downtown Boston, with over fifty similar buildings once existing in the area.
Location: Massachusetts
Inception: 1919
Architects: Max Kalman
GPS coordinates: 42.36000,-71.06720
Latest update: March 4, 2025 06:53
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