Temple Sinai (Sumter, South Carolina)

Temple Sinai, also known as Congregation Sinai, is a historic Reform Jewish synagogue located in Sumter, South Carolina. Built in 1912 in the Moorish Revival style, it features stunning drapery glass stained glass windows depicting scenes from the Tanakh. The synagogue is not only a place of worship but also houses the Temple Sinai Jewish History Center, which opened in 2018 and offers insights into Jewish history in South Carolina. Visitors can explore its rich heritage, including its archives and a partnership with the Sumter County Museum that highlights local Jewish history and Holocaust connections.