Temple Israel, Columbus
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Facts and practical information
Temple Israel is the oldest synagogue in Columbus, Ohio, and a founding member of the Union for Reform Judaism. Formed as early as 1846 as the Orthodox Bene Jeshurun congregation, its first religious leader was Simon Lazarus, a clothing merchant who founded what would become Lazarus department stores. ()
Completed: 1959 (65 years ago)Coordinates: 39°58'38"N, 82°51'22"W
Day trips
Temple Israel – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Eastland Mall, Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum, Creekside Gahanna, Ohio Governor's Mansion.