Private Docent Tours
Private group tours are available with at least two-weeks notice. Docent tours focus on the history of the communities that created Central Synagogue and the architecture of our landmarked Sanctuary building. If you have specific needs or requests, please make sure to let us know. Click here to inquire.
Public Viewing Hours
*Wednesdays from 12:30-2:00 pm. During these hours, you will be able to visit our historic Sanctuary.
Public Sanctuary Tours
There are two free, docent-led tours of our Main Sanctuary available *Wednesdays at 12:30 pm and 1:15 pm. A volunteer guide will lead you through the Sanctuary space focusing on the architecture of the building and the history of the community that is now known as Central Synagogue.
| August 19 | Open for Tours and Main Sanctuary Viewing (No ADA accessible entrance) |
| August 26 | Open for Tours and Main Sanctuary Viewing |
| September 2 | Open for Tours and Main Sanctuary Viewing |
| September 9 | Tours and Main Sanctuary Closed. Art Exhibit in Pavilion Closed. |
| September 16 | Tours and Main Sanctuary Closed. Art Exhibit in Pavilion Closed. |
| September 23 | Open for Tours and Main Sanctuary Viewing |
| September 30 | Open for Tours and Main Sanctuary Viewing |
| October 7 | Tours and Main Sanctuary Closed. Art Exhibit in Pavilion Open. |
| October 14 | Tours and Main Sanctuary Closed. Art Exhibit in Pavilion Closed. |
| October 18 | Open for Tours and Main Sanctuary Viewing:12:00 - 4:00 pm |
| October 21 | Open for Tours and Main Sanctuary Viewing |
| October 28 | Open for Tours and Main Sanctuary Viewing |
| November 4 | Open for Tours and Main Sanctuary Viewing |
| November 11 | Open for Tours and Main Sanctuary Viewing |
| November 18 | Open for Tours and Main Sanctuary Viewing |
| November 25 | Open for Tours and Main Sanctuary Viewing |
Groups interested in attending worship services may contact the .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), (212) 838-5122 x1000. All are welcome to in-person worship services. Our services are broadcast virtually, and all are welcome to join via our livestream, Facebook,
Many of Central Synagogue’s events and programs are open to the public. Our space provides for full access to visitors with unique needs.
There is ramp and elevator access to our Sanctuary for those unable to climb stairs. The entrance ramp is located on 55th Street, just off Lexington Avenue. At the end of the ramp, a member of our staff will direct guests to the conveniently located elevator with access to our Sanctuary on the main floor. Spacious restrooms are also accessible by elevator.
Our ushers are happy to provide visitors with hearing enhancement devices and/or large print prayer books upon request.
Our state-of-the-art hearing loop system enhances the worship experience for those who may be hard of hearing. This system was generously donated by Mindy and Jon Gray and their family in honor of Mindy’s mother, Pearl Basser, in blessed memory. Anyone with a hearing aid or a cochlear implant that is equipped with a t-coil will receive a direct audio feed of our services and programs in the Sanctuary and Lindenbaum Pavilion. Please note, the t-coil setting in hearing aids have to be activated before use. Consult your audiologist to ensure t-coils are properly adjusted.
Closed captioning is provided for Central’s livestreaming and JBS cable services. To access, click here.
Our Shabbat services are accessible both in person and via livestreaming and call-in. Click here for more information on all these options.