A Place of Learning

HISTORY

Visiting the Vilna Shul sanctuary is like stepping into another era. Although worn through the years, the 1840s high-back pews, turn of the century chandeliers and quaint setting tucked between old tenements are great starting points from which to hear the unique story of the Jews of Beacon Hill.

CULTURE

With over sixty diverse and enriching programs a year, there is truly something for everyone at the Vilna Shul. Offering fantastic concerts, unique films, and engaging speakers relating to topics from comedy to music to technology, the Vilna becomes a place of learning for all.

SPIRITUALITY

Boston’s last remaining immigrant synagogue has become a place of Jewish renewal. Hundreds of young adults meet for Havurah on the Hill’s various non-denominational services. Families are choosing the Vilna Shul as the setting for Weddings, B’nei Mitzvah, Baby Namings, and Brit Milah.

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Tuesday, Feb 07

Kabbalah: Mystics and Mavericks

The Vilna Shul, Boston’s Center for Jewish Culture is pleased to present a special weekly series, “Kabbalah: Mystics and Mavericks,”…

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Friday, Feb 10

Kabbalat Shabbat with Red Sox Organist Josh Kantor

Join Havurah on the Hill for a lay-led, non-denominational Kabbalat Shabbat service in Vilna Shul’s historic sanctuary.  Following the service…

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Tuesday, Feb 14

Kabbalah: Mystics and Mavericks

The Vilna Shul, Boston’s Center for Jewish Culture is pleased to present a special weekly series, “Kabbalah: Mystics and Mavericks,”…

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Boston’s last remaining immigrant era synagogue, the Vilna Shul, has become a place of learning where Jewish history, culture and spirituality are open and accessible to all.

The Vilna Shul, Boston’s Center for Jewish Culture, is the last remaining immigrant era synagogue in the city of Boston. Built in 1919, it has become the place for people from around Boston and around the world to connect with the Boston Jewish historical, cultural and spiritual experience. By weaving together Jewish history, culture, and spirituality, the Vilna Shul energizes a sense of American Jewish pride and creates an approachable space to discuss Judaism.

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