Explore the unique history and heritage of some of the most distinguished religious, cultural, and educational Jewish sites on the Upper East Side, a posh, residential area, known for its wealthy denizens, fancy restaurants, and designer shops along Madison Avenue.

Visit locations that have anchored this Jewish community for generations, such as Park Avenue Synagogue, The Jewish Museum, Congregation Kehilath Jeshurun, The 92nd Street Y, and Temple Israel of the City of New York.

Learn about The History of the Jews On the “Gold Coast” of the Upper East Side, and see how the other half lived. Discuss the world of the rich and famous-– the Jewish movers and shakers of finance, commerce and retail.

Tour Temple Emanu-El’s Bernard Museum of Judaica, and their magnificent sanctuary.

Admire the beautiful botanicals, mythical beasts, garish grotesques and ornate cornices that richly adorn otherwise drab 19th century tenements as we Take a closer look at Yorkville’s not-so-humble tenement architecture with urban historian Barry Feldman.

This tour is co-sponsored with the Friends of the Upper East Side Historic Districts.