Following years of meticulous restoration, Isaac’s Synagogue in Kraków’s Kazimierz district has reopened today to pilgrims and visitors from around the world. The project not only rescued the historic building from the threat of structural collapse, but also preserved the synagogue’s remarkable stucco decorations on the vaulted ceiling with minimal intervention to its historic fabric. Although the complete restoration is expected to continue for several more years, visitors can already admire the newly restored vault of the main prayer hall — regarded as one of the finest surviving examples of Jewish architecture in Kraków. As the largest synagogue in Kazimierz, Isaac’s Synagogue remains one of the city’s most significant monuments of Jewish heritage. Visitor opening hours:• Summer season: 10:00–18:00• Winter season: 10:00–16:00• Closed on Saturdays and Jewish holidays.

At sunset on 4 May 2026, as the 18th day of Iyar 5786 began, our Community gathered to celebrate the joyful festival of Lag ba-Omer. As every year, the evening festivities took place in the courtyard of the Remuh Synagogue, bringing together members of our Community alongside Chairwoman Helena Jakubowicz and Gabai Kuba Lewinger. This year’s celebration was enriched by the presence of students from an American yeshiva, who joined us in song and celebration. A particularly memorable atmosphere was created by the beautiful performance of New York cantor Jeremiah Reichberg. The following afternoon, the celebrations continued with a community picnic held in the garden in front of the Kupa Synagogue. Accompanied by live music, members of our Community spent the evening together in a warm and joyful atmosphere. Once…