Beth Sholom Congregation, Conservative synagogue in Elkins Park, United States.
Description
Beth Sholom Congregation is a synagogue in Elkins Park, Pennsylvania, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. The pyramid-shaped building rises with translucent corrugated wire glass walls and a fiberglass ceiling that brings natural light into the interior space.
History
The congregation commissioned Wright to design the building in 1953, and construction was completed in 1959 shortly after the architect's death. The synagogue marked the community's move from Logan in Philadelphia to the suburbs during the postwar years.
Culture
During worship, the congregation follows conservative Jewish traditions, where men and women may sit together in the sanctuary. The name Beth Sholom means House of Peace in Hebrew, reflecting the intention of the community to create a welcoming spiritual home.
Practical
The visitor center offers guided tours on several days each week, allowing guests to learn about the building and its architecture. An elevator provides access to all levels for visitors with limited mobility.
Did you know?
Wright designed the synagogue to symbolize Mount Sinai, with the pyramid shape recalling the divine revelation. A bronze seven-branched menorah crowns the top of the building and can be seen from a distance.
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