Temple Beth Israel (Stevens Point, Wisconsin)

For other places of a similar name, see Beth Israel.
Temple Beth Israel

Temple Beth Israel
Location 1475 Water St.
Stevens Point, Wisconsin
Built 1905
Architect John Bukolt
NRHP Reference # 07000101
Added to NRHP March 1, 2007

Temple Beth Israel is located in Stevens Point, Wisconsin. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2007.[1]

The building is now a museum known as the Beth Israel Synagogue and is operated by the Portage County Historical Society.[2] Displays include Jewish religious practices and the history of the Stevens Point Jewish community.

History

The structure is the third oldest synagogue in Wisconsin.[3] It underwent remodeling in 1951.[4]

References

  1. "Temple Beth Israel". Landmark Hunter.com. Retrieved 2012-03-11.
  2. "Portage County Historical Society Museums". Portage County Historical Society. Retrieved 8 July 2015.
  3. "Temple Beth Israel - Stevens Point, WI". Waymarking.com. Retrieved 2012-03-11.
  4. "Temple Beth Israel". Wisconsin Historical Society. Retrieved 2012-03-11.


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