Synagogue Kippenheim, Synagogue and museum in Kippenheim, Germany
Synagogue Kippenheim is a religious building and memorial site with a central prayer hall and exhibition spaces. The interior displays information about the Jewish history of the region through various exhibits and preserved architectural features.
The building was constructed in 1852 as a house of worship for the local Jewish community. After the 1938 attack, it was later repurposed as a storage facility before being restored as a memorial site in the early 2000s.
The building shows how Jewish traditions shaped daily life and community practices in the region. Visitors can see evidence of these customs preserved in the permanent exhibitions throughout the interior.
Guided tours are available for groups and school classes to explore the interior and historical sites throughout the town. It is helpful to check opening times and tour requirements before planning a visit.
The building narrowly escaped demolition during the war and was later adapted for different purposes. This survival makes it a rare example of original synagogue architecture from that era still standing today.
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