Beth Israel Synagogue is a long-established Jewish congregation in Roanoke, Virginia, with roots dating to 1902 and the Beth Israel name formally adopted by 1910. Its history reflects the broader story of Jewish immigration and settlement in America, shaped by families from Roanoke and across southwest Virginia who helped build and sustain Jewish communal life. The congregation expanded its institutional life over time, appointing its first full-time rabbi in 1917, undertaking plans for a larger synagogue in 1921, and approving a remodel and expansion in 1963. Leadership and education remain central to Beth Israel’s continuity, and the synagogue is characterized by enduring community involvement, intergenerational belonging, and ongoing commitment to Jewish life.