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CityPortlandStateOR

Historical NameTemple Beth Israel

Year Built1923
Building TypeSynagogue

Address1931 NW Flanders

Current NameBeth Israel Congregation

Name of Builder 1Morris H.Whitehouse

Name of Builder 2HermanBrookman

Name of Builder 3

ListingPortland Historical Landmark, 1/14/72

Oregon Historic Landmark, 3/3/79

NRHP, 7/26/79

DescriptionThis octagonal, dome topped structure was placed on an elongated octagonal base and faced

with stone, brick, and terra cotta. The towers flanking the entrance are four stories high. It is

in excellent condition throughout.

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SignificanceTemple Beth Israel is the home to the oldest Jewish congregation in the Pacific Northwest. It is

one of the acknowledged masterpieces of Herman Brookman. Temple associated with Dr.

Jonah B. Wise who developed the philosophy of Classical Reform Judaism.

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