The story of Synagogue in Holešov
Synagogue in Holešov stood in Holešov, Czech Republic. The source record dates or describes its construction as: Built 1891-1893, Moorish style, designed by Jakob Gärtner.
Torched and destroyed by Nazi occupiers, 1941-42.
The Jewish community
This synagogue served the Jewish community of Holešov. The supplied source record does not provide a separate history of the congregation or its population.
Architecture and design
The source record dates or describes its construction as: Built 1891-1893, Moorish style, designed by Jakob Gärtner. Its architectural style is not documented in the supplied record. The recorded architect was Jakob Gärtner.
Life inside the synagogue
The building functioned as a synagogue and communal gathering place in Holešov. The supplied source record does not preserve detailed information about its liturgy, clergy, internal organizations or daily programme.
Destruction
Torched and destroyed by Nazi occupiers, 1941-42.
The community’s fate
The supplied source record does not give a separate account of what happened to the Jewish community of Holešov. Further community research is required.
The site today
The supplied source record does not identify the present condition of the building or its former site. Further site research is required.
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