After inclusion on the 2000 Watch, WMF secured funding from American Express to support the waterproofing of the roof to prevent further water damage. The roof of the main hall was rebuilt, with a traditional wooden structure replacing the reinforced concrete slab that had been added in the twentieth century. (...)
After inclusion on the 2000 Watch, WMF secured funding from American Express to support the waterproofing of the roof to prevent further water damage. The roof of the main hall was rebuilt, with a traditional wooden structure replacing the reinforced concrete slab that had been added in the twentieth century. Restorations were also completed on previously damaged areas of the synagogue, especially where dampness had affected the walls’ porous stones, exterior pointing, and interior plaster. Despite the aesthetic damage, the structure was found to be structurally stable. Floors were restored where settling of the foundation soil caused cracks and where improper repairs were evident. Original slopes for the drainage system were reconstructed and incorporated to the original gutters to lead water to the city sewage system. Paintings were restored and remained within the synagogue when possible. When necessary, objects were moved to the on-site museum.
