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Niagara's Only Synagogue Receives Major Grant
26 Jun
Summary
- Historic Niagara Falls synagogue receives grant for repairs.
- Chabad Center took over building in 2024, becoming sole synagogue.
- Grant funds roof, masonry, and window restoration efforts.
The Chabad Center for Jewish Life in Niagara Falls has been awarded a Sacred Sites grant from the New York Landmarks Conservancy. This funding will support critical restoration work on the historic building, which now serves as the city's sole synagogue. The grant allocates $20,000 for roof replacement and $10,000 for architectural repairs to the roof, masonry, and windows.
Originally constructed in 1915 for Temple Beth El, the building is a significant example of early 20th-century Neoclassical synagogue architecture. Temple Beth El expanded the structure in 1926 to accommodate a growing religious school. Following years of dwindling congregation, Temple Beth-El closed, and the Chabad Center for Jewish Life Inc. took over the building in 2024, revitalizing it as the only synagogue in Niagara Falls.
The Chabad Center welcomes over 4,600 visitors across its two locations, with significant upticks during summer tourist seasons. Beyond weekly services and classes, the center hosts numerous holiday programs, including Passover events and High Holiday services, serving a broad community beyond its core membership.
