Hebrew Congregation of Woodmont
The Hebrew Congregation of Woodmont was founded in 1926 by a dedicated group of Jewish vacationers who summered in the shoreline town. The fledgling synagogue’s membership steadily grew, and soon another building was built to accommodate the overflow crowds. Over the next several decades after WWII, synagogue attendance steadily diminished, reflecting the decline of Woodmont from a once sought-after summer destination bustling with Jewish life and activity. The congregation weathered much uncertainty. In 2007, Chabad of Milford was established by Rabbi Schneur & Chanie Wilhelm, who immediately partnered with the synagogue, expanding the existing summer operations into year-round services and programming. In 2012, a devastating fire decimated the synagogue's sanctuary, yet the congregation rebounded, vowing to rebuild. Today, we are proud of the synagogue's remarkable renaissance as it is once again a thriving center of Jewish life, serving the community both spiritually and physically. This inaugural gala pays tribute to the visionary leadership of our past and current presidents as we mark this milestone year. Come celebrate with us!
