Temple Beth El of Northern Westchester
Religion
AffiliationReform Judaism
StatusActive
Location
MunicipalityChappaqua, Northern Westchester
StateNew York
Architecture
Architect(s)Louis Kahn
Completed1972
Website
bethelnw.org

Temple Beth El of Northern Westchester is a Reform Jewish congregation in Chappaqua, New York. Founded in 1949,[1] it is notable for its synagogue building, designed by Louis Kahn. Although Kahn designed other synagogues, this is the only one of his designs that was built.[2]

According to the National Trust for Historic Preservation, Kahn accepted the commission in 1966, and completed plans for the octagonal sanctuary six years later.[3]

References

  1. Our History, Who We Are, synagogue website. Accessed June 12, 2019.
  2. Gorlin, Alexander. "Addition to and renovation of Louis Kahn's Temple Beth-el". Faith and Form. 47 (2). Retrieved 19 March 2015.
  3. Willis, Eric. "Addition to Louis Kahn's Synagogue Draws Criticism". preservationnation.org. National Trust for Historic Preservation. Retrieved 19 March 2015.


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