Welcome to The Scottish Jewish Heritage Centre
Discover Scotland’s Jewish history
The Scottish Jewish Heritage Centre is based in Garnethill Synagogue, the first purpose-built synagogue in Scotland and a beautiful Category A listed building in the heart of Glasgow. Our displays show the development and contribution of the Jewish community to Scotland over the past 200 years, and the Scottish Holocaust-era Study Centre provides an opportunity to explore this critical time period in more depth.
Opened in 1879, Garnethill Synagogue is a stunning example of high Victorian architecture. It still has an active congregation and is also the home of the Scottish Jewish Archives Centre. You can visit by booking to join one of our weekly guided tours. We also run a varied programme of events, and welcome school visits.
“Come with open eyes! Learn about the contribution the Jewish community have made to Glasgow and Scotland.”
Trevor Schuster-Davis –
Congregation member & visitor guide
Guided Tours
School Visits
Events Calendar
Scottish Holocaust-era Study Centre
Who we are
Garnethill Refugee Trail
LATEST NEWS
Resource Focus: Refugee Stories
Our 'Refugee Stories' Learning kits were the first resource we developed at the SJHC, for the launch of the Centre in 2021. The aim was to tell Scottish stories using strong primary resource material from the collections of the Scottish Jewish Archives Centre. Pupils...
Discover Our Art Cart and Sensory Bag
Planning a visit to the Scottish Jewish Heritage Centre soon? Don’t forget to check out our Art Cart!
Scottish Jewish Heritage Centre – Free CPD Teacher’s Event
On 30th September, the Scottish Jewish Heritage Centre welcomed teachers from primary and secondary schools across Scotland to a free CPD event.
Security Update
Following the recent attack in Manchester, we would like to reassure visitors about the security procedures that we have in place in the building.
Glasgow Doors Open Day 2025
Glasgow Doors Open Day is a much-loved festival celebrating the city’s architecture, culture and heritage.
New Activity Worksheet for Schools and Families
We are excited to announce a new activity worksheet for schools and families. What is the resource? In partnership with Rosie Cunningham, we have created an activity worksheet based around the prayer hall in Garnethill Synagogue. Who made the resource? What does it...
