May is Jewish-American Heritage Month! Join Off the Mall tour guide Ami Greener on a walk about notable Jewish contributions to DC history. This tour starts at Hillel International in the Gallery Place neighborhood and winds towards Judiciary Square, highlighting the stories of Jewish-American Washingtonians who made their mark. Learn the answers to such questions as who was the first US president to visit a DC synagogue while in office, and why did he donate $10? Why did the first synagogue built in DC have wheels? Which historic synagogue was saved at the last minute from turning into a nightclub? And who were the first Jews to live in this new city on the Potomac. This 2-hour walking tour will end in front of the Capital Jewish Museum (not officially affiliated with tour), where guests have the option to gain admittance following the tour. Tickets are $30 per person and can be purchased here.

Accommodations: None

Organization: Off the Mall Tours

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