Agudath Sholem Synagogue
a.k.a. Faith Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church
29 Grove St., Stamford, CTAgudath Sholem Synagogue is associated with the oldest Jewish congregation in Stamford. Incorporated on September 7, 1889, the Orthodox congregation, according to a newspaper account, was able to buy a lot on Greyrock place in 1901 for its first synagogue building: the cornerstone was laid on August 7, 1904. However, the date is uncertain because the Stamford Land Records indicate land for the synagogue was bought in 1905. The building was dedicated on September 15, 1908. It burned in 1932.
The ground was broken for the present Grove Street building on September 12, 1933. Construction was completed in stages, as funds permitted, during the Depression, the final dedication taking place on April 27, 1941. The building was sold when the congregation moved west of downtown to a new building on Strawberry Hill Avenue, c. 1960.
While Congregation Agudath Sholem was the first organized Jewish body in Stamford, Jewish people resided there in small numbers continuously from 1859. By the turn of the century, the community had grown to about 125 families. From this group developed not only Agudath Sholem but also the Hebrew Institute, and its successor the Jewish Center. Temple Beth-El, and other organizations.
Local significance of the building:
The ground was broken for the present Grove Street building on September 12, 1933. Construction was completed in stages, as funds permitted, during the Depression, the final dedication taking place on April 27, 1941. The building was sold when the congregation moved west of downtown to a new building on Strawberry Hill Avenue, c. 1960.
While Congregation Agudath Sholem was the first organized Jewish body in Stamford, Jewish people resided there in small numbers continuously from 1859. By the turn of the century, the community had grown to about 125 families. From this group developed not only Agudath Sholem but also the Hebrew Institute, and its successor the Jewish Center. Temple Beth-El, and other organizations.
Architecture
Listed in National Register of Historic Places in 1995.
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Fairfield County Timeline
Fairfield County, located in the southwestern corner of Connecticut, has a rich history that spans thousands of years. The region was originally inhabited by the indigenous Paugussett tribe, who lived off the land and engaged in trade with neighboring tribes. European settlers first arrived in the late 1630s, when men from Hartford purchased land from the Paugussett people, establishing the town of Stratford.
In the 18th century, Fairfield County played a significant role in the American Revolutionary War. The region saw several important battles, including the famous Battle of Ridgefield, where American forces fought against British troops. Fairfield County also served as a strategic location for supplying and supporting the Continental Army, as it provided access to both Long Island Sound and the Hudson River.
During the 19th and early 20th centuries, Fairfield County experienced rapid industrialization and urbanization. Towns like Norwalk and Bridgeport became major manufacturing centers, producing goods such as textiles, machinery, and firearms. The growth of these industries brought an influx of immigrants to the area, particularly from Ireland and Italy, who played a vital role in its economic development.
Today, Fairfield County is known for its affluent communities, thriving business sectors, and cultural attractions. The county is home to renowned educational institutions, including Yale University in New Haven, and a variety of museums, theaters, and art galleries. With its picturesque coastline, charming towns, and proximity to New York City, Fairfield County continues to attract residents and visitors alike, preserving its rich history while embracing the opportunities of the present.
In the 18th century, Fairfield County played a significant role in the American Revolutionary War. The region saw several important battles, including the famous Battle of Ridgefield, where American forces fought against British troops. Fairfield County also served as a strategic location for supplying and supporting the Continental Army, as it provided access to both Long Island Sound and the Hudson River.
During the 19th and early 20th centuries, Fairfield County experienced rapid industrialization and urbanization. Towns like Norwalk and Bridgeport became major manufacturing centers, producing goods such as textiles, machinery, and firearms. The growth of these industries brought an influx of immigrants to the area, particularly from Ireland and Italy, who played a vital role in its economic development.
Today, Fairfield County is known for its affluent communities, thriving business sectors, and cultural attractions. The county is home to renowned educational institutions, including Yale University in New Haven, and a variety of museums, theaters, and art galleries. With its picturesque coastline, charming towns, and proximity to New York City, Fairfield County continues to attract residents and visitors alike, preserving its rich history while embracing the opportunities of the present.
Fairfield County Timeline
This timeline provides a condensed summary of the historical journey of Fairfield County, Connecticut.
- 1639 - Fairfield County is settled by English colonists from the Massachusetts Bay Colony.
- 1660 - The town of Fairfield is officially incorporated.
- 1665 - The town of Norwalk is settled and officially incorporated.
- 1685 - The town of Stamford is settled and officially incorporated.
- 1724 - The town of Danbury is settled and officially incorporated.
- 1739 - The dividing line between Fairfield County and New Haven County is established.
- 1784 - The town of Ridgefield is settled and officially incorporated.
- 1851 - The town of Bridgeport is settled and officially incorporated.
- 1871 - The town of Greenwich is settled and officially incorporated.
- 1974 - The town of Newtown is settled and officially incorporated.
- 2000 - Fairfield County becomes the most populous county in Connecticut.