B'nai Jacob Synagogue (Middletown, Pennsylvania) facts for kids
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B'nai Jacob Synagogue, September 2012
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| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Conservative Judaism |
| Ecclesiastical or organizational status | Synagogue |
| Leadership | Rabbi: vacant |
| Status | Active |
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| Location | Nissley and Water Streets, Middletown, Pennsylvania 17057 |
| Country | United States |
 Location in Pennsylvania
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| Architecture | |
| Date established | 1906 (as a congregation) |
| Completed | 1906 |
| Materials | Brick |
The B'nai Jacob Synagogue is an old and important Jewish place of worship. It is located in Middletown, Pennsylvania, in the United States. This synagogue follows the Conservative tradition of Judaism. You can find it at the corner of Nissley and Water Streets.
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History of B'nai Jacob Synagogue
Building the Synagogue
The B'nai Jacob Synagogue was built in 1906. It is a one-story building made of brick. The roof at the front has a pointed shape, called a gable.
The front of the building, known as the façade, has special brick designs. These designs include panels that are set back into the wall. There are also windows shaped like pointed arches and a round window.
Special Features
On top of the front gable, you can see a Star of David. This is a well-known symbol of Judaism. The B'nai Jacob Synagogue is very special because it is the oldest building in Dauphin County that was built specifically to be a synagogue.
National Recognition
Because of its history and importance, the synagogue was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1985. This is a list of places in the United States that are important for their history, architecture, or culture.
See also
- National Register of Historic Places listings in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania
- Jewish history in Pennsylvania
