Congregation Mickve Israel

Congregation Mickve Israel Shalom Y'all and welcome to the third oldest Jewish Congregation in America! We are the only neo-Gothic style synagogue in America.

We are a growing congregation and an award winning museum, which is open weekdays from 10:00-4:00pm. Congregation Mickve Israel is a Reform synagogue in the heart of the Historic District of Savannah, Georgia. Our congregation was founded in 1733, just a few months after General James Oglethorpe founded the colony of Georgia. In our tradition of Southern Jewish hospitality, we annually welcome tho

usands of visitors from all over the world to Mickve Israel. We offer tours of our historic sanctuary and museum, and hold worship services on Sabbath and Jewish holidays. Congregation Mickve Israel is a member of the Union for Reform Judaism and the Coastal Museums Association.

What a fantastic Shabbaton. Thank you to the committee, our staff, the volunteers and the attendees for making our weeke...
06/01/2026

What a fantastic Shabbaton. Thank you to the committee, our staff, the volunteers and the attendees for making our weekend retreat so fabulous. We can't wait until next year's.

What an incredible Shabbaton! Thank you to our amazing committee, our wonderful staff, our terrific volunteers, and all ...
06/01/2026

What an incredible Shabbaton! Thank you to our amazing committee, our wonderful staff, our terrific volunteers, and all of the splendid attendees.

We can't wait until next year.

05/30/2026

Shabbat Shalom.

Please remember that we have no services tonight or tomorrow morning at Mickve Israel. They are both being held at our retreat.

More Photos from the marker dedication in honor of Mordecai Sheftall
05/28/2026

More Photos from the marker dedication in honor of Mordecai Sheftall

Shabaton May 29-31Don't forget to join us for our Weekend Retreat this Weekend. It will be the the third year for our Sh...
05/26/2026

Shabaton May 29-31

Don't forget to join us for our Weekend Retreat this Weekend. It will be the the third year for our Shabbaton and the best one to date.

Come for the entire weekend or for just services or particular activities.

Contact the Office with any questions.

Sign up below for babysitting and meals.

This special weekend is designed to bring our community together through connection, learning, relaxation, and fun for all ages. Whether you attend for a single activity or the full weekend, there’s something for everyone.

05/26/2026

Mazel Tov to Joan Levy and her family on the new marker that has been placed on Broughton Street. Mordecai Sheftall lived there, and Mickve Israel held services there in the early 1700's. It is located around 124 Broughton by The Gap

Thank you to the JEA Preschool Pre-K Graduation Class of 2026 for choosing to donate the Tzedakah collected from the yea...
05/20/2026

Thank you to the JEA Preschool Pre-K Graduation Class of 2026 for choosing to donate the Tzedakah collected from the year to Backpack Buddies.

Shavuot Event: Services, Dinner, ProgramThursday, May 216:00 pm - Dinner (Paid RSVP required for dinner portion only)7:0...
05/18/2026

Shavuot Event: Services, Dinner, Program
Thursday, May 21

6:00 pm - Dinner (Paid RSVP required for dinner portion only)
7:00 pm - Shavuot Service in Sanctuary
8:00 pm – Film and Discussion Program

Join us for a meaningful and engaging Shavuot evening at CMI! Begin with an optional dinner (paid RSVP required for those attending dinner only), then gather for a special holiday service in the Sanctuary. The evening continues with a unique film-and-discussion program featuring Raiders of the Lost Ark, offering a fun and thought-provoking way to explore themes of 10 Commandments, faith, history, and tradition.
All are welcome—come for any part of the evening!

Menu: Roasted salmon with Dill and lemon butter, Scalloped potatoes, Green beans with eggplant, cherry tomatoes and caramelized onions, Greek salad with romaine, Cheesecake and berries

Price: $22 per person

6:00 pm - Dinner (Paid RSVP required to attend dinner portion only) 7:00 pm - Shavuot Service in Sanctuary 8:00 pm – Film and Discussion Program

As we celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Let's not forget one of the most important rig...
05/18/2026

As we celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Let's not forget one of the most important rights our country has given us.

Don't forget to vote tomorrow.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Annual Meeting. What a great congregation!
05/17/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Annual Meeting. What a great congregation!

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Savannah, GA

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+19122331547

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