Sarina Roffé, professional genealogist and founder of the Sephardic Heritage Project, will lead an in-depth journey through the vibrant 100-year history of Brooklyn’s Syrian Jewish community. As a lifelong member of this famously insular community, Roffé will offer her unique insider’s perspective. Strolling through Gravesend, an iconic Brooklyn neighborhood that now houses Sephardic Jews hailing from Egypt, Lebanon, Morocco, and Syria, we’ll visit synagogues and community centers, pass magnificent homes and modest grocery stores, and enjoy a snack on Ocean Parkway.

The tour will be held rain or shine.  Note: Some tour stops are not wheelchair accessible. The meeting location and additional logistical information will be emailed to all registrants one week before the tour, and again the day before the tour.