F. L. Wright's Beth Sholom Synagogue in Elkins Park, PA - Private Tour for up to 10


Item Number: 170

Time Left: CLOSED

Value: $100

Online Close: May 31, 2008 6:00 PM EDT

Bid History: 7 bids - Item Sold!




Description

      A private tour for up to ten people of the Frank Lloyd Wright designed Beth Sholom Synagogue in Elkins Park, PA.
     This unique building is the only synagogue designed by American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the last project he completed before his death. Constructed of glass, steel, aluminum and concrete, the synagogue is designed to represent a traveling Mount Sinai. This building is internationally recognized for its architectural significance. Recently, Beth Sholom was designated a National Historic Landmark by the US Secretary of the Interior and the National Park Service.
    The Beth Sholom synagogue is widely recognized as Wright's most expressive house of worship. The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has listed the Beth Sholom Synagogue of Elkins Park, PA, as one of the seventeen American buildings designed by Frank Lloyd Wright to be preserved as an example of his architectural contribution to American culture.

Special Instructions

Tours are given Sunday through Thursday. Reserve in advance. For up to 10 people. Expires May 31, 2009.

Donated by

Beth Sholom Congregation