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Andrea Strongwater shines light on 77 synagogues built from the early 1600s to 1930 and spanning 16 European countries where destruction was rampant. She lovingly illustrates their exteriors and interiors and tells stories of their history, Jewish community, and architectural significance. These synagogues were considered important enough to have been documented in their time, and so here they do double duty: reminding us of the many thousands of other synagogues that were obliterated without having left any historical record.

Note: No RSVP required. This event is in-person only.

About Andrea Strongwater:

Andrea, a native of New York City, has also lived in Paris, France, and Old San Juan, Puerto Rico. Her diverse artistic journey encompasses costume and set design for theater and dance, custom knitwear under her own label, textile development for spinning mills, writing and book illustration, mosaics, painting, sculpture collections, and other gift items. Andrea has also created embroidery programs for women in Afghanistan and successfully marketed her work across Europe and the United States. Her art is known for its engaging, developed, and deeply beautiful nature—often whimsical and always bringing joy to collectors' homes and businesses. Andrea's work is a delightful blend of high color and whimsy, ensuring each piece tells a captivating story.

Andrea, a born storyteller, infuses her work with rich narratives, whether she is capturing the vibrancy of carnivals, the serenity of gardens, the delicacy of butterflies, or the historical "Lost Synagogues of Europe." This series features images of European synagogues at their finest before their destruction. 

Date & Time

March 6, 2025
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Andrea Strongwater Portrait

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Contact Information

  • ef15 [at] cornell.edu

Speaker

Artist-in-residence: Andrea Strongwater

Departments

Department of Entomology

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