South Bend in St. Joseph County, Indiana — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
The Sons of Israel Synagogue
Photographed by Steven Lotter, May 16, 2014
1. The Sons of Israel Synagogue Marker
I will dwell in their midst."
Exodus 25:8
The Sons of Israel Synagogue (B'nai Israel) was constructed in 1901 in the Romanesque Revival style, designed by South Bend architects Freyemuth and Maurer. The first permanent place of worship for the vibrant and growing Jewish community in the nearby area, it remained an active congregation for more than 90 years.
In 2003 the building was deeded to Indiana Landmarks, who now holds historic covenants on it. The City assumed ownership in 2012 when, following extensive renovations by owner Andrew Berlin, it became the team store for the South Bend Silver Hawks. The building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2013.
Erected 2014.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Religion & Religious Structures • Sports. In addition, it is included in the Synagogues series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1901.
Location. 41° 40.279′ N, 86° 15.342′ W. Marker is in South Bend, Indiana, in St. Joseph County. It can be reached from S. William Street south of W. Western Avenue, on the left when traveling south. Marker is located next to the south entrance
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Regionally, this marker is in Northern Indiana. It is also in the American Midwest and in the Corn Belt. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture and also the Northwest Territory.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Take Me Out to the Ball Game (within shouting distance of this marker); Studebaker Guard House (approx. Ό mile away); The Studebaker Corporation (approx. 0.3 miles away); J. Chester and Elizabeth Allen (approx. 0.3 miles away); Studebaker Plaza (approx. 0.4 miles away); Robertson's Department Store (approx. 0.4 miles away); We Shall Overcome (approx. 0.4 miles away); Replica of the Statue of Liberty (approx. 0.4 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in South Bend.
More about this marker. Marker is accessible only during baseball game days and other events when the stadium is open to the public. The front of the building is accessible from the street, and the marker may be seen through the fence along the street.
Also see . . .
1. Historical structure to receive plaque dedication. Article from the May 15, 2014 edition of the South Bend Tribune. Includes a close-up photo of the marker/plaque. (Submitted on August 20, 2014.)
2. America's Only Ballpark Synagogue. May 2014 article by Jonathan Eig in The New Yorker Magazine. (Submitted on August 20, 2014.)
Photographed by Duane Hall, August 8, 2014
2. The Sons of Israel Synagogue Marker
Photographed by Duane Hall, August 8, 2014
3. The Sons of Israel Synagogue Building
Photographed by Duane Hall, August 8, 2014
4. The Sons of Israel Synagogue Building
Photographed by Duane Hall, August 8, 2014
5. The Sons of Israel Synagogue Building
Credits. This page was last revised on January 11, 2017. It was originally submitted on August 20, 2014, by Duane Hall of Abilene, Texas. This page has been viewed 803 times since then and 37 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on January 10, 2017, by Steven Lotter of Granger, Indiana. 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on August 20, 2014, by Duane Hall of Abilene, Texas.
