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Agudath Achim Congregation was founded in Altoona in 1883 as an orthodox congregation but transitioned to the conservative movement in 1934. The current synagogue was built in 1924 and the congregation currently consists of approximately 125 member families. Address: 1306 Seventeenth Street, Altoona, PA 16601 Phone: (814) 944-5317 Fax: (814) 944-5318 Email: agudathaltoona@aol.com Website address: www.agudathachim.com/ |
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Temple Beth Israel was founded in Altoona in 1874 and is a member of the Hebrew Union of Reform Judaism. The Temple building was erected in 1927 and currently consists of approximately 100 member families. Address: 3004 Union Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602 Phone: (814) 942-0057 Fax: (814) 942-5434 Email:altotemple@atlanticbb.net |
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Jewish Memorial Center, The JMC opened in 1949 to serve the social, recreational and educational needs of the Jewish community. In recent years it has mainly served the general community as a sports facility (mainly basketball) and for bingo. Thousands of local children have used the JMC and it serves as our “face” to the community. Some Jewish activities are still held at the JMC and the Federation office is located at the JMC free of rent or utilities. Federation provides financial support of the JMC’s operating expenses. Address: 1308 Seventeenth Street, Altoona, PA 16601 Phone: (814) 944-4072 |
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| This very precious Torah was hidden by the Jews of Czechoslovakia during the Holocaust. It was buried to save it from desecration and destruction by the Nazi invaders. It was discovered many years after the war and then taken to London where it was lovingly repaired and restored. The Altoona Jewish Community through our Federation sponsored the restoration and transportation here. This Torah is a tangible symbol of the survival and continuity of Judaism –Am Yisrael Chai. It is proudly placed and displayed alternately in the ark at Agudath Achim Congregation and Temple Beth Israel. |
