Walking Tour: Historic Jewish Williamsburg
Wednesday, October 7, 2:00pm ET: In-person
What to Expect
Join us for a new walking tour with historian Bradley Shaw!
Chasidic Williamsburg is a neighborhood steeped in history and tradition. As you walk through the streets, you'll notice the distinctive attire of the Chasidic men and women as well as the Yiddish signage on the businesses which serve the growing population.
Join educator and urban historian Bradley Shaw on Wednesday, October 7th at 2:00pm ET and explore this fascinating neighborhood, including significant synagogues like Beth Jacob Ohev Sholom, the oldest Orthodox Jewish congregation in Brooklyn, and Beth Elohim, an 1875 Gothic synagogue built by Reform Jews and now housing a Chasidic yeshiva. You will also visit Lee Avenue, the main shopping area, Bais Rochel, a former public high school turned Satmar girls' private school, and hear other stories of the fabric of Chasidic Williamsburg with a little bit of Hipster Williamsburg mixed in.
Meet Brad on the southwest corner of Marcy Avenue and Broadway. Tickets must be purchased in advance of arrival.
This tour will end at Gottlieb's Restaurant, located on the corner of Division Avenue and Roebling Street.
Ticket Price (Includes Museum Admission):
Adults $25
Seniors / Students $20
Children 5 and Under FREE
Cool Culture Pass / SNAP Benefits $5
This Museum at Eldridge Street Walking Tour is only available to small groups (30 people max). This tour is available to both individual ticket holders and families.
Urban historian and educator Bradley Shaw was born on the Lower East Side of Manhattan. He has a B.A. in History and Education from Brooklyn College and is a licensed NYC tour guide. Since leaving his corporate job of 30 years, he has enjoyed sharing his love of the city and passion for its history by becoming a tour guide with the Museum at Eldridge Street and other institutions and tour companies in the city.
About the Museum at Eldridge Street:
The Museum at Eldridge Street is housed in the Eldridge Street Synagogue, a magnificent National Historic Landmark that has been meticulously restored. Opened in 1887, the synagogue is the first great house of worship built in America by Jewish immigrants from Eastern Europe. Today, it is the only remaining marker of the great wave of Jewish migration to the Lower East Side that is open to a broad public who wishes to visit Jewish New York. Exhibits, tours, public programs, and education initiatives tell the story of Jewish immigrant life, explore architecture and historic preservation, inspire reflection on cultural continuity, and foster collaboration and exchange between people of all faiths, heritages, and interests.
Image Credit: John Nacion/NurPhoto. April 11, 2020.
Address
Meeting Point: 4th Avenue and East 12th Street (in front of Crunch Fitness)
Pricing
| Adult - Walking Tour | $25 |
| Senior - Walking Tour | $20 |
| Student - Walking Tour | $20 |
| Child Under 5 | Free |
| Cool Culture Pass / SNAP Benefits | $5 |
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 1 day before the start time.
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