Temple Shalom

Temple Shalom is an egalitarian conservative synagogue on 287 Lafayette St.

Founded in 1898, as Congregation Sons of Jacob, it is the oldest established synagogue on the north shore. One of the synagogue's earlier locations was on the corner of Essex and Herbert Streets.

In 2013, the congregation is facing declining numbers and they took a financial hit when the basement flooded and had to be rebuilt. They are contemplating merging with another synagogue in the area or selling their building.

See Also

• Temple Shalom Website

• Salem temple considering merger Salem News, Aug. 14, 2013

• Jewish Community of the North Shore by Alan S. Pierce and Avrom J. Herbster, p. 56.