Stories
built in
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The historic synagogues on our campus—Lloyd Street Synagogue and B’nai Israel Synagogue—are central to the story of Maryland’s Jewish community. These spaces have always been more than places of worship—they foster the learning and connection that builds vibrant communal life.
Step inside to explore the architecture, discover the congregations that shaped their history, and uncover the legacy of these synagogues and their role in shaping Jewish communities throughout Baltimore.
Watch the documentary
In 2022, we released Synagogue Stories: A Tradition of Change on Lloyd Street. This 36-minute documentary shares the voices of Jewish Museum of Maryland professionals, docents, and community leaders who tell the stories of the many congregations that have called the Lloyd Street Synagogue and B’nai Israel Synagogue home.
Explore the Synagogues
The Jewish Museum of Maryland’s campus is currently closed to the public for renovations. We look forward to showing you the synagogues after we reopen in February 2025.
Would you like to learn about the rich history of Jewish Baltimore and its historic synagogues? Our docent-led tours take you inside the Lloyd Street and B’nai Israel Synagogues for an up-close look at their architecture, stories, and the communities they have served. These unique buildings require walking up and down stairs, and while accessible entryways are not yet available, we are actively working to improve access to these spaces. Join us to explore these landmarks and uncover their vital role in Maryland’s Jewish history.
When open to the public, we offer docent-led tours of our historic synagogues Sunday through Thursday at 1:00 and 2:30 PM and an additional 11:00 AM tour on Sunday. Tours start in the Museum lobby. Our synagogues are not open to the public during normal hours.
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