Jewish Heritage Europe

Photo Exhibition by JHE Contributor Michele Migliori highlights European influence on Argentine synagogues — and more

This is rather off our geographic topic, but, we feel, of interest. An exhibition of photographs by JHE contributor Michele Migliori will open March 22 — at the AMIA Jewish community center in Buenos Aires, Argentina. They are photos of … continue reading →

France: the Synagogue of Elbeuf, Normandy is one of 18 historic sites at risk targeted for action by the Heritage Mission and aid from the Heritage Lottery

The long disused synagogue in Elbeuf, in Normandy, is one of 18 “emblematic” sites of heritage at risk targeted for action in 2023 by the Heritage Mission led by French TV presenter Stephane Bern.   These sites will benefit from … continue reading →

Jewish Cemeteries: Check out some opportunities to volunteer for clean-up initiatives this summer

People wanting to help clean up or restore Jewish cemeteries often ask us how they can be involved. As can be seen from our regular round-ups of Jewish cemetery clean-up actions, there are many such initiatives each year — but … continue reading →

Hungary: A quirky “Zine” about the art and iconography on Jewish gravestones aims to foster interest in Jewish cemeteries and their preservation

In an effort to broaden interest in Jewish cemeteries and their preservation, Jewish heritage activists in Hungary have published a brightly colored informal booklet — or Zine — about the art and iconography found on Jewish gravestones in the country. … continue reading →