Thursday, August 26, 2010

Cutler-Plotkin Jewish Heritage Center

This building was built in 1921 and served as the first synagogue in Phoenix. Sometime after 1949 it became a Baptist church. When that church moved, the Arizona Jewish Historical Society restored the building to be used as a museum and cultural center.

9 comments:

Kathy said...

Very pretty nighttime view.

Mo said...

But its not round.

Life Is A Road Trip said...

There's a parable in there somewhere. :-)

Nice photo. I love night photos when they are done right. This one is perfect!

Dave-CostaRicaDailyPhoto.com said...

Rabbi Plotkin was a thoughtful community leader.

Magpie said...

This is a wonderful shot...love the lighting.

Judy said...

Awesome night shot, Sharon.

Lowell said...

What a lovely building and beautiful photograph! A very interesting history, too. From Jewish to Baptist back to Jewish again - whee! I don't imagine there were very many Jews in Phoenix in 1921. Where is this building located?

When I was in my teens we lived around 7th Ave and just below Thomas Rd ... I think. Wonder what's there now...

So nice to hear from you, Sharon. Thanks for stopping by Ocala DP!

Randy said...

Sharon this is an amazing photo. The lighting is so beautiful. Have a wonderful weekend.

Unknown said...

That's a beautiful night shot, Sharon!