Angel Orensanz Cultural Foundation (Congregation Anshe Slonim - Historical) - 172 Norfolk Street, NYC - July 2008 . . . . . . . . . . . The Gothic styled structure was built in 1850, originally for the Congregation Anshe Chesed, which had been founded by a group of German Jewish immigrants. It is the oldest building that was originally built as a synagogue in NYC. . . . See Comment for more information.