Synagogue

The Jewish community was well established in Uniondale during the late eighteen hundreds. Israel Shear, who had emigrated from Russia with his large family, was a storekeeper, bottle store owner and farmer. He was the leader of the local community and was mainly responsible for founding the congregation and building the synagogue.

Although fairly plain on the outside, the interior is exquisite, with cast iron broekie lace pillars and dramatic painted ceiling

As Uniondale’s fortunes declined and the Jewish people left, the building was given to the town on condition that it not be used as a place of worship. Property was donated by Louis Linde. Today it is the property of the local LIONS CLUB who have restored the interior as a project among members.

The building is an asset to the social life of the community, used for exercise classes and functions.

With thanks to Jimmy Zondach