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COMMUNITY. HISTORY. CELEBRATION.
Welcome to B'nai Israel Living History Synagogue in Council Bluffs, Iowa! Listed on the National Registry of Historic Places and continuously active since 1904, this historic shul is one of the region's oldest. In addition to hosting monthly services, arts events, and group activities, we preserve the legacy of Jewish life in Eastern Nebraska and Western Iowa.
Our Living History Museum features in-depth, interactive exhibits and thoughtful learning and reflection centers
Oct 09, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PMA special Shabbat service and Oneg honoring the life of Jeff Taxman with live music from his cousin, Mark Sanford, reliving Jeff's love of musical theatre!
Nov 13, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PMFollowing services, local Jewish filmmaker, Murphy Scott Wulfgar ("Incident at Vichy", 'The Tenth Man","God on Trial"), talks about his new film company and presents a sneak peek of his newest short film: "A Mitzvah on Krampusnacht".
Dec 11, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PMThe Bagel Boys return to B'nai Israel to rock out in celebration of Hanukkah immediately following our services led by Larry Blass!
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