German archaeologist Sven Schuette has been removed as director of the Archaeological Zone / Jewish Museum Project in Cologne, a position he has held since 2006. The decision to remove him from his post came just days after articles in Haaretz and on AFP … continue reading →
Several news stories this past week have highlighted the important archeological excavations going on in Cologne, Germany that are uncovering the city’s historic Jewish quarter — as well as the controversy and strained relations surrounding the €52 million project. … continue reading →
Archaeological excavations have taken place in the downtown Jewish quarter of L’viv on the site of two destroyed synagogue adjacent to the ruins of the Golden Rose synagogue. According to a news release, the works began on Sept. 26 … continue reading →
Archeologists have reported the recent discovery of the remains of synagogue in the ancient city of Limyra in the Mediterranean province of Anatolia. The Sept. 25 account by the Anatolia News Agency does not give many specifics, but it … continue reading →
According to the news web site wz.lviv.ua and other media, archeological work and on-site research will begin in September to prepare the way to implement the planned “Synagogue Square” memorial in the empty space in the old inner city Jewish … continue reading →
