We are located 35 miles north of San Francisco in the historic town of Petaluma, Sonoma County, in the heart of the wine country.

It is known for certain that there has been a Jewish community in Petaluma -- small in size -- for at least one hundred years, possibly longer. Jewish families lived and farmed in this area and also operated businesses here. Toward the end of the 19th century, the number of Jewish families in Petaluma dwindled and remained small until after World War I, when many new residents came into the community as farmers owning and running chicken ranches. In 1925, the Petaluma Jewish Community Center was originally dedicated and throughout the years this location has remained the center of Jewish life in Petaluma.

The mission of B’nai Israel Jewish Center is to provide an inclusive center for Jewish life that addresses the cultural, religious, spiritual, educational, and social needs of those who wish to identify with the Jewish community in Petaluma and surrounding areas .

Please feel free to browse this website and either write us, call us or email us for further information. We are looking forward to hearing from you.

(707) 762-0340

Email: office@bnaiisrael.net