Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim Reform Temple
The first Jews began to settle in Charleston soon after 1670, attracted by the civil and religious freedom of South Carolina and its economic opportunities. A large and handsome synagogue built in 1794 was destroyed by fire in 1838. The present synagogue, built in 1840, is considered one of country's finest examples of Greek Revival architecture. It is the second oldest synagogue in the country, oldest in continuous use, oldest surviving Reform synagogue in the world and a National Historical Landmark of the US Birthplace of American Reform Judaism in 1824.
Visit our Website at: www.kkbe.org.
HOURS
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Days and Hours of Operation: Tours: 10am-noon, M-F; 12:30am-3:45pm Su. Judaica gift shop open Su-F 10am-4pm
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Hours Year-round: Services are 8pm F and 11am Sa
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Free Admission: Yes
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Days and Holidays Closed: Saturdays and Jewish holidays.
HISTORIC SIGNIFICANCE
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Listed on National Register: Yes
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