Jewish Heritage Europe

Romania: Tiny but active Jewish community in Caransebeș plans a modern Jewish museum on the grounds of its synagogue to form a Jewish cultural, religious, and educational hub

(JHE) — The small but active Jewish community in Caransebeș, in western Romania, has embarked on an ambitious project to build a modern Jewish museum in the yard behind the elegant, 19th century neo-Gothic synagogue. Once complete, the museum and … continue reading →

Slovakia: Exciting discovery of hundreds of centuries-old matzevot from the Old Jewish Cemetery in Bratislava, demolished nearly 80 years ago. They had long been presumed lost or destroyed.

(JHE) — In a remarkable discovery, hundreds of gravestones from the destroyed old Jewish cemetery in Bratislava have come to light. Dating mainly from the 18th to the early 19th century, they were found piled up in a neglected and … continue reading →

Poland: Jewish cemetery projects are among 26 grants awarded by the Association of the Jewish Historical Institute

More than half a dozen projects to document, maintain, and/or restore Jewish cemeteries are among 26 Jewish heritage and culture grants awarded by the Association of the Jewish Historical Institute in Warsaw. The Association announced the grants on Thursday. Applications … continue reading →

Wine, herbs, fish, matzo…and Zoom….Passover greetings from JHE (virtual or otherwise)!

(JHE) — Heartfelt wishes from JHE for a joyous and meaningful Pesach (with Seders — virtual or not —  full of delicious food and lively stories and conversation). Passover celebrates freedom, but for many if not most, this year will … continue reading →