Jewish History in Bermuda
Celebrating Sukkot with members of the Bermudian Jewish community.
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The Jewish Community of Bermuda (JCB) emerged as a result of a United States Naval Base situated on the island during World War II. In the past, the JCB consisted mainly of naval officers and their families. Other Jews on the island were always welcomed to join in the Services provided by the Base. In the last 20 years, the percentage of civilians to officers and their families gradually changed. In 1994, due to US budget cuts, the Base was closed. Our community is now made up solely of Bermudian residents and their families, and expatriates from the US, Canada, the UK, and a dozen other countries. We are primarily a Reform/Conservative Community with a visiting Conservative Rabbi. The population of Bermuda is about 65,000. Our community currently consists of about 120 people (including children).