Lower East Side

The Lower East Side was home to many Eastern European and Russian immigrants.  We’ll see a transformation from building “tenements” and “pushcart” vendors to a now hip and trendy neighborhood.

Jewish Ethnic Influence

·        An old Market – it’s home to foods from many different ethnic backgrounds.

·        Judaica and Kosher Food Shops - on an “old world” street

·        A high-end condominium building  – was originally built in 1912 as the home of the Yiddish newspaper

·        A Synagogue 1886-88 built for Russian and Polish immigrants

·        Greek Synagogue

·        Oldest surviving structure built as a synagogue

• Famous Delicatessen – famous for its gargantuan pastrami sandwiches

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