The synagogue was built in 1912 by a Jewish congregation established in 1911. It was Newton's only synagogue until 1937, when Temple Emanuel was completed on Ward Street. It was built with significant contribution of labor by the congregation, which included skilled craftsmen.
The synagogue was built in 1912 by a Jewish community that had been established in 1911. It remained Newton's only place of worship until 1937, when Temple Emanuel was completed on Ward Street. The structure was constructed with substantial participation from the congregation, which included skilled craftsmen.