Learn about the formation of the City of San Francisco, and the key role Jews played in that - starting with the discovery of gold in 1949, through today. Focused on Congregation Sherith Israel and the registered historic building that survived the 1906 earthquake, this one hour tour covers the intersection between the City's colorful history and the role of the building in that history. Includes a walking tour of the Beaux Arts building designed by Albert Pasis, featuring the most famous stained glass windows in a synagogue- cited in works on history of Jews in America, San Francisco and elsewhere. and the 38 stained glass windows.