The year 2022 marks the 10th anniversary of Jewish Heritage Europe. The theme of our birthday celebrations is the “Anniversary of Anniversaries” — that is, using JHE’s own anniversary to feature other significant or symbolic anniversaries. Here, we highlight the 140th anniversary of … continue reading →
A new online portal opens the doors to eight ornate synagogues and the Jewish experience in five towns and cities in western Romania: Reșița, Caransebeș, Lugoj, Timișoara, and Arad. The portal, “Stories of the Synagogues,” includes stunning 3D digital tours … continue reading →
Antwerp’s monumental so-called “Dutch Synagogue” (Hollandse Synagoge) reopened this summer after a full-scale restoration that began in 2017. It will be used to serve its congregation, but also may be developed for tourism. Designed by Joseph Hertogs and inaugurated … continue reading →
The annual “Night of the Open Synagogues” takes place in Bucharest and other cities this Saturday night, October 15. Four synagogues in the capital will be open to the public starting at 8 p.m., each hosting a range of activities … continue reading →
Conservation work supported by the EU and UN has been completed on the majestic ruins of the 18th century Great Synagogue of Rashkov (Raşcov), a town situated on the left bank of the Dniester River that is currently part of the … continue reading →
