Work is continuing on the restoration of the synagogue in Orla, northeast Poland — and its owner, the Foundation for the Preservation of Jewish Heritage in Poland (FODZ) has posted a video on Facebook summarizing recent developments. It’s in Polish … continue reading →
The recently restored, twin-towered synagogue in Krnov, in the Czech Republic on the border with Poland, has suffered damage from the devastating floods that have been ravaging parts of central Europe. Jewish organizations posted photos showing the flooded sanctuary; so … continue reading →
The site of the long-destroyed medieval synagogue in York is now marked with a classic Blue Plaque denoting a historic location. It is the first blue plaque marking Jewish heritage in York. York Civic Trust unveiled the plaque on September … continue reading →
The Belarusian Jewish Cultural Heritage Center (BJCH) has created a virtual reconstruction of the Great Synagogue in Wolpa, an elaborate wooden structure believed to have dated from the first half of the 18th century, which — like hundreds of other … continue reading →
The magnificent Princes Road synagogue in Liverpool is turning 150 years old, and a six-month “Heritage Season” to mark the occasion kicks off on Sunday (Sept. 8) with a gala civic event including a concert and speeches by Liverpool’s mayor, … continue reading →
