Congregation Sherith Israel
Congregation Sherith Israel, Reform synagogue in San Francisco, California
The Byzantine Revival synagogue features brick construction, grand arches, and a central dome measuring 60 feet in diameter at California and Webster Streets.
Established in 1851 during the California Gold Rush, the congregation relocated multiple times before settling in its current building, completed in 1904.
The synagogue maintains traditional Jewish practices while incorporating modern Reform elements through educational programs, lifecycle celebrations, and community gatherings.
The sanctuary accommodates 1,385 people and offers various spaces for religious services, educational activities, and community events throughout the year.
The structure withstood both the 1906 San Francisco earthquake and the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake with minimal damage to its architectural elements.
Location: California
Inception: 1904
Architects: Albert Pissis
Architectural style: Byzantine Revival architecture
Capacity: 1385
Made from material: brick
Website: http://sherithisrael.org
GPS coordinates: 37.78950,-122.43200
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:24
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