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Lithuania Update: Restored wooden synagogue in Kurkliai officially opened as arts center

The restored wooden synagogue in Kurkliai has opened to the public as a cultural venue, the regional Anykščiai Arts Center. As we posted earlier, restoration work on the building, listed as a cultural monument, was completed in 2021. The Lithuanian … continue reading →

Poland: Mazel Tov! This year’s Preserving Memory Awards honoring non-Jewish Poles who preserve, protect, and promote Jewish cultural heritage and memory

A dozen non-Jewish Polish activists will be recognised this summer for their work in preserving, promoting, and caring for Jewish culture and heritage in Poland and promoting Jewish-Polish dialogue. They are the recipients of the 26th annual Preserving Memory Awards. Mazel … continue reading →