Touro Synagogue National Historic Site
85 Touro Street
Newport, RI
Type
Park
Lens
Landmarks
About this place
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.
Website
National Park Service information
Hours
Park Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- Closed
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
Please refer to https://www.thetourosynagogue.org/ for current hours and worship schedules.
Directions
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.
Official directionsWeather & Seasonal Notes
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.
Activities
Courtesy of the National Park Service
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