Jewish Museum & Cultural Center

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607 Effingham St
Portsmouth, VA 23704
This restored synagogue is a simple Colonial-Revival style. Its interior represents a rare surviving example of Eastern European Jewish orthodoxy. We are committed to preserving historic records of a culture brought from Europe in the early 20th century. The building is recognized by the National Trust for Historic Preservation and designated an historic site by the Commonwealth of Virginia.

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Tours by appointment only
6/22/2018

The synagogue is only open for tours by appointment. Drove by but could not get in. Some what disapp...

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Amazing synagogue and concerts
3/31/2018

This orthodox synagogue, formerly Chevra T'helim has been refinished and is a beautiful place to. v...

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