Sunny view of the Touro Synagogue
Sunny view of Touro Synagogue
85 Touro Street
Newport, RI 02840
85 Touro Street
Newport, RI 02840
Phone Number: 401-843-9362 Voice
Email Address: info@ahavathisraelnewport-ri.org
Description: This email is for the Congregation Ahavath Israel. The National Park Service does not monitor this email.
Touro Synagogue, a building of exquisite beauty and design, steeped in history and ideals, and one of the most historically significant Jewish buildings in America, was designated a National Historic Site in 1946. Dedicated in 1763, it still serves an active congregation and each year greets over 30,000 visitors who come to see the magnificent interior and hear its remarkable story.
park designation:National Historic Site
From the ferry, cross America's Cup Avenue and follow Long Wharf Mall one block. Bear right onto Touro St. and continue across Spring Street. Touro Synagogue is on the left.
For detailed directions, please visit this link.
Directions
Please refer to https://www.thetourosynagogue.org/ for current hours and worship schedules.
Average High / Low temperature: January: 38° / 23°F February: 40° / 24°F March: 46° / 30°F April: 55° / 39°F May: 65° / 48°F June: 73° / 57°F July: 78° / 63°F August: 78° / 64°F September: 72° / 57°F October: 63° / 47°F November: 53° / 39°F December: 43° / 28°F Rain totals average between 6-9 inches each month throughout the year.