Discover Chelsea's History! Chelsea Jewish Tours (May)

A rich  mix of Latino, African, and Asian cultures leave their distinctive marks in Chelsea. While no longer a strong physical presence in Chelsea, Jewish communities have also left signs of their once vibrant communities.  You just have to know where to look.
On this walking tour, Ellen Rovner, PhD, will peel back layers of history for you, deftly illustrating the distinctive and common narratives of Chelsea’s complex immigrant experiences. Carefully  researched and deeply connected to the Chelsea community of today, Ellen’s walking tours are also personal, as she harkens back to her own roots in this city, and her family connections to the memories  of Chelsea’s Jewish community.
The tours are FREE for Chelsea residents, and $18.00 for general visitors.  Each tour is unique, and may include visits to such Chelsea landmarks as the Walnut Street Synagogue, Temple Emmanuel, Dillon’s Russian steam bath, and, of course, Katz’s Bagels, birthplace of the pizza bagel.

Visit our website for more information, or find us on Facebook!  

If tickets are sold out but you would still like to come, please send us an email at ellen.chelseajewishtours@gmail.com. We will try to make arrangements for you. 

This program is supported in part by a grant from the Chelsea Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency, and the Chelsea Community Fund.