Congregation Beth Sholom
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Congregation Beth Sholom, which is a Reform congregation, serves the greater Anchorage community, including areas from Girdwood to the Mat-Su Valley.
In 1960, the congregation officially affiliated with the Reform movement.
In 1964, the community built its first small synagogue.
The facility is wheelchair accessible, including the entrance, parking lot, and restrooms.
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Jewish Travel Guide: Anchorage, Alaska, United States
OverviewAnchorage, Alaska’s largest city, offers a surprising amount of Jewish life for its northern location. With breathtaking natural scenery, rich local culture, and a small but vibrant Jewish com...
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Congregation Beth Sholom
SynagogueCongregation Beth Sholom was founded on September 5, 1958 by 20 people who gathered at a home of in Anchorage to welcome Shabbat and organize a formal Jewish identity for their children. Congregation Beth Sholom, which is a Reform congregation, serves the greater Anchorage community, including areas from Girdwood to the Mat-Su Valley. In 1960, the congregation officially affiliated with the Reform movement. In 1964, the community built its first small synagogue. The facility is wheelchair accessible, including the entrance, parking lot, and restrooms.
Submitted by LR · Feb 27, 2026