Vilna Congregation, Orthodox synagogue in Society Hill, Philadelphia, USA
The Vilna Congregation synagogue stands at 509 Pine Street in Philadelphia, offering religious services in a modest building with a capacity of 75 people.
Founded in 1904 by Lithuanian Jewish immigrants, the congregation purchased their permanent building in 1915 through the Shapiro family's financial contribution.
The synagogue maintains Orthodox Jewish traditions and serves as a center for Hasidic Ashkenazi practices, connecting Philadelphia's Jewish community to their religious heritage.
The congregation operates under Rabbi Menachem Schmidt's leadership and includes a women's mikvah facility managed by the Lubavitch Hasidic community.
The building transformed from Julius Taussig's residence into a registered synagogue in 1922, later becoming a focal point for Jewish religious life in Center City.
Capacity: 75
GPS coordinates: 39.94390,-75.15073
Latest update: March 6, 2025 18:11
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