PENSACOLA, Fla. — Florida’s oldest Jewish congregation is marking 150 years, and it’s right here in Pensacola.
Temple Beth El is a stately 1931 Art Deco building standing at the entrance to Pensacola’s North Hill neighborhood. It’s one of the few Art Deco structures in this part of the state, and it’s home to Florida’s first Jewish congregation.
“It’s an honor and a great responsibility to lead a congregation with such a rich tradition and such an important place in Florida Jewish history,” said Rabbi Joel Fleekop…