Is Touro Synagogue National Historic Site open right now?
National Historic Site · RI
Closed
Touro Synagogue National Historic Site is closed.
Why this statusClosed today per scheduled operating hours.
Last checked Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:00:58 GMT
Touro Synagogue, a building of exquisite beauty and design, steeped in history and ideals, and one of the most historically significant Jewish buildings in America, was designated a National Historic Site in 1946.
- Type
- National Historic Site
- State
- RI
- Nearest town
- Newport
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About Touro Synagogue National Historic Site
Touro Synagogue, a building of exquisite beauty and design, steeped in history and ideals, and one of the most historically significant Jewish buildings in America, was designated a National Historic Site in 1946. Dedicated in 1763, it still serves an active congregation and each year greets over 30,000 visitors who come to see the magnificent interior and hear its remarkable story.
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Visitor info
Address85 Touro Street, Newport, RI 02840
Hours| Mon | Closed |
| Tue | Closed |
| Wed | Closed |
| Thu | Closed |
| Fri | Closed |
| Sat | Closed |
| Sun | Closed |
Park Hours Getting thereFrom the ferry, cross America's Cup Avenue and follow Long Wharf Mall one block. Bear right onto Touro St. and continue across Spring Street. Touro Synagogue is on the left.
How we read this status
We derive Touro Synagogue National Historic Site's status from the National Park Service's own alerts and operating hours, refreshed hourly — this is our reading, not an official determination. As of the last check: Closed today per scheduled operating hours. Full method: how we check park status.