Commodore Levy Chapel, Naval Jewish chapel in Norfolk, United States
Commodore Levy Chapel is located within Frazier Hall at Naval Station Norfolk and features traditional stained glass windows along with religious artwork. The interior displays Jewish religious symbols and decorative elements that define the sacred space.
The chapel was established in 1942 within a former auditorium and received its current name in 1959 to honor Uriah P. Levy, the first Jewish Commodore in the U.S. Navy. This naming recognized Levy's pioneering role in military service.
The chapel serves as a central meeting place for Jewish service members and their families within the military community. Regular services and Jewish holiday celebrations happen here throughout the year.
Access to the chapel is through Naval Station Norfolk, where military security protocols apply. Visitors should expect security screening and should have identification ready.
The chapel is the oldest land-based Jewish chapel in United States Navy history. This distinction makes it an important site for Jewish military heritage in America.
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