Collection: Aroostook Hebrew Community Center records

Content Description

Materials related to the Aroostook Hebrew Community Center and B’nai B’rith International Lodge. Contains the community center dedication program, membership lists, financial records, and photographs.

Dates

Creation: 1942 - 1969

Creator

Aroostook Hebrew Community Center (Presque Isle, Me.) (Organization)

Language of Materials

Materials are in English.

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research.

Historical Note

The Aroostook Hebrew Community Center (1953-2014) was located on Maple Street in Presque Isle, Maine. It was built to serve the religious and social needs of the Jewish community in Aroostook County and neighboring Canadian towns.

Timeline

1937
: B’nai B’rith Lodge chartered.
1938
: First observance of High Holidays held at Presque Isle High School.
1947
: Torah presented by Hiram Adelman of Mars Hill to the Jewish community now comprised of about 40 families.
1952
: Building completed in time for High Holiday services.
1953
: Dedication ceremony held on October 25th.
2014
: Temple closed. Building sold to neighboring business, prayer books transferred to Bangor for burial.