We celebrate with photos of synagogue decorations that (almost) remind us of fancy gift wrapping. Jewish Heritage Europe wishes all our readers and friends a Happy Hanukkah! Thank you for your interest and support — and thanks especially to those … continue reading →
German state and federal governments have allocated €900,000 toward the restoration of the medieval mikveh in the synagogue complex in Worms. During a visit to the synagogue this week, Rhineland-Palatinate state’s Interior Minister Michael Ebling officially presented a €360,000 grant … continue reading →
(JHE) — The historic synagogue in Carpentras, the oldest active synagogue in France, came in at number seven in a French TV-sponsored competition for “France’s Favorite Monument.” The Synagogue represented the southern Provence-Alpes-Côté d’Azur region, as one of 14 finalists … continue reading →
We are pleased to share the CfP for this conference. Deadline for submissions is October 20: Jewish Country Houses and the Holocaust In History and Memory Brno, Czech Republic May 10th – 12th, 2023 Convened by Dr Jaclyn Granick (Cardiff), Professor … continue reading →
The fifth edition of the Czech Day of Jewish Monuments will take place August 14. More than 50 selected Jewish heritage sites in more than three dozen locations in Bohemia, Moravia, and Czech Silesia will be open to visitors. They … continue reading →
