Historical Marker

Congregation B'nai Israel Synagogue

Historical marker location:

822 22nd Street, Galveston, Texas

( 822 22nd Street, Galveston)

Erected in 1870. Cultural and religious center for 85 years. Second oldest temple in Texas. Converted to Masonic Temple in 1953.

Henry Cohen, rabbi from 1888-1950, was noted advisor and beloved humanitarian to the entire city.

Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1967.