Temple Aaron in Trinidad, CO is the oldest continually operating Jewish Synagogue in CO and the mountain west. Today she is home to a resurgence of interest and open for a variety of cultural and religious events.
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In December 2023, Temple Aaron became a National Historic Landmark. In May 2024, it received the Endangered Places Progress Award from Colorado Preservation, Inc.
Temple Aaron Commemorative Coins Available Now!
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SILVER COINS ARE SOLD OUT, COPPER COINS STILL AVAILABLE
Temple Aaron of Trinidad has created beautiful commemorative coins in celebration of the 140th anniversary of the founding of Congregation Aaron in 1883, and in honor of its designation as a National Historic Landmark in December 2023. Proceeds will support restoration including replacement of the synagogue’s original roof.
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Tthe front of each coin features Temple Aaron, while the back depicts a proud image of Fishers Peak.
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June 2024: Temple Aaron receives State Historic Fund grant for new roof
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May 20, 2024: Temple Aaron receives Endangered Places Progress Award
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May 3, 2024: PBS Colorado Voices: How to Save a Synagogue
May 1, 2024: National Park Service: Trinidad'sTemple Aaron
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May 27, 2024: LISTEN: Colorado Matters on CPR: Temple Aaron's Historic Achievement.
City of Trinidad declares Temple Aaron Day Dec. 22, 2023
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May 2023: Jewish Colorado: The Trinidad Yahrzeit Project
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May 8: Memorial Service for Dana Crawford
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Wed, May 14: 6 - 7:30 pm: Seeking Sacred Understanding. Rabbi Joe w and Sarah Bender, Roshi (Zen buddhist)
​June 1: Shavuot at Temple Aaron;
​June 8: Torah Study - 10 am MT with Rabbi Rachel Isaacs
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Want to be more involved? Temple Aaron is currently seeking volunteers and board members.
For info about volunteering or to be added to our email list for events and programs, contact us at info@templeaaron.org