20th Century Jewish Neighborhoods

Here is a chance to enjoy a guided tour of the once thriving Jewish neighborhoods of 20th century Philadelphia. You will come with your own vehicle, and Dr. Schatz will explain and guide you through t

Here is a chance to enjoy a guided tour of the once thriving Jewish neighborhoods of 20th century Philadelphia. You will come with your own vehicle, and Dr. Schatz will explain and guide you through the itinerary of your choice in the neighborhoods of our parents and grandparents. We will see (and enter) some former synagogues (even some current ones), and see the shopping districts, cultural amenities, educational and social service buildings that thrived in Jewish Philadelphia of the past.

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Location: Philadelphia

What's Included

Community Discussion

Q&A

Q: Are there any age restrictions for this tour? Can kids join?

A: There's no formal age restriction for the tour, so yes, kids can definitely join! It’s a great way to teach them about Jewish history and culture. Just keep in mind that some of the former synagogues can be quite serious environments, so it’s good to prep them a bit beforehand. You might want to check with Dr. Schatz if you’re bringing a big group of kids though.

Q: What should we wear for the tour? Is it casual or more formal?

A: The dress code is pretty casual! Just wear something comfortable since you’ll be walking around a lot. If you plan to enter synagogues, it's respectful to dress modestly. So maybe avoid shorts and tank tops. A light jacket is also good, depending on the season!

Q: What happens if it rains? Do they cancel or reschedule the tour?

A: If it rains, the tour usually goes on since many of the stops are indoors. Dr. Schatz is flexible and can adapt the itinerary based on the weather. I’d recommend checking in with him a day before just to confirm everything is still a go!

Discussions

Thinking of getting the Jewish Neighborhoods tour for my parents!

I’m considering this tour for my parents' anniversary since they grew up in Philly during that time. I think it would be a great trip down memory lane! Has anyone done it? What’s the best part? I hope they actually get to enter the synagogues too!

Just did the Jewish Neighborhoods tour! Here’s my experience!

I went on the tour with Dr. Schatz last weekend and it was AMAZING! He shared so many cool stories about the neighborhoods and we got to visit some awesome places like the old markets and synagogues. I felt like I was really stepping back in time. Highly recommend it if you’re curious about the Jewish history in Philly!