The planned demolition of the 1950s Manchester Reform synagogue as part of a multi-million pound commercial development scheme raises questions about the purpose, symbolism (and perceived value) of Jewish built heritage. The Manchester Evening News runs a story … continue reading →
The Cultural Heritage Department of the Lithuanian Ministry of Culture has issued a progress report on efforts to stabilize, and eventually restore, the synagogue at Gėlių st. 6 in Vilnius. The work is being carried out via principal funding … continue reading →
We posted last week about a “reanimation” project centered on the ruins of the great synagogue in Krynki, a small town in a rather remote part of eastern Poland on the border with Belarus. The initiative included a clean-up … continue reading →
Volunteers have been working this week to clear the ruins of the Great Synagogue in Krynki, in eastern Poland, of vegetation and detritus. It’s part of a project that also includes an open-air art installation by the sculptor Miroslaw … continue reading →
For Italian speakers, two recent books highlight Jewish heritage in Italy. “Andare per Ghetti e Giudecche,” by Anna Foa (Bologna: Il Mulino, 2014). “Il cimitero ebraico in Italia: Storia e architettura di uno spazio identitario,” by Andrea Morpurgo (Macerata: … continue reading →
