Green Synagogue

About

The Rezekne Green Synagogue was built in 1845 and is one of the oldest wooden synagogues preserved in the Baltic States. In 2016, the synagogue opened its doors after restoration and today functions as a prayer house, a concert hall and a historical exposition where you can learn more about the traditions of the Jewish people and the history of the Rezekne Jewish community. During the opening hours, the guide will take you on a tour. You can also visit the museum educational programs (for example, about Jewish holidays), a tour of the Jewish sites of Rezekne, or a thematic tour of the old town around the synagogue. In the Rezekne Green Synagogue, you can see the geniz, unique to the Baltic countries (the storage place of the Torah scrolls and sacred texts) and the oven for baking matzoh. In addition, visitors can see a collection of religious objects and learn about their purpose.

At a glance

• Typical visit: about 1 hour 30 minutes