Welcome!

Kesher Israel, a modern Orthodox synagogue, is located in downtown Washington, DC, some 14 blocks from the White House, and within 2 miles of the Capitol. Kesher is the only synagogue in the downtown area in the District of Columbia.

What's Happening Now

The Dr. H. Harold Gelfand Memorial Institute of Adult Education is Now in Session!

Weekly classes kicked off after Sukkot and are in full swing! Rabbi Freundel is teaching two classes on Wednesday evenings and Tora Dojo Karate begins in November! For information, click on the calendar to your right or email education@kesher.org!

Kesher Israel's Centennial

Kesher Israel recently completed its Centennial celebration! The centennial celebration included special events honoring the rich history of the synagogue and its members. To download the audio file for one of the amazing panel discussions on our series "Orthodoxy at a Turning Point" or watch the video, click here!

Download Kesher Israel's Centennial brochure here!