Louisville in Jefferson County, Kentucky — The American South (East South Central)
Early Jewish Congregations
Brith Sholom formed 1880 by German Jews wishing a traditional service but tending toward reform. They joined UAHC, 1920. Jewish families moving farther east led to the relocation of site and 1976 consolidation. This temple was dedicated 1980. Cemetery is on Preston Highway.
Erected 2020 by Kentucky Historical Society and Kentucky Department of Highways. (Marker Number 1923.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. In addition, it is included in the Kentucky Historical Society series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1842.
Location. 38° 17.417′ N, 85° 37.827′ W. Marker is in Louisville, Kentucky, in Jefferson County. Marker is on Lime Kiln Lane north of U.S. 42, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 5101 US 42, Louisville KY 40222, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Col. Richard Taylor (1744-1829)/George Rudy (1744-1806) (approx. 0.9 miles away); First Marine Division Memorial (approx. 1.1 miles away); U.S.S. Canberra CA-70 (approx. 1.1 miles away); World War II 75th Division Memorial (approx. 1.1 miles away); Address by President Lincoln (approx. 1.1 miles away); Zachary Taylor National Cemetery (approx. 1.1 miles away); Zachary Taylor Home (approx. 1.2 miles away); a different marker also named Zachary Taylor Home (approx. 1.3 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Louisville.
Credits. This page was last revised on December 8, 2020. It was originally submitted on December 7, 2020, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 171 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 7, 2020, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. 3. submitted on December 8, 2020, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.