Jewish Heritage Europe

Call for Papers: Biennial conference of the Future for Religious Heritage Network. Submission deadline is May 15

Exterior of the ruined orthodox synagogue, Brasov, Romania

We are pleased to share this Call for Papers for the Biennial conference of the Future for Religious Heritage Network. The conference takes place October 23-25, 2026 in Leuven, Belgium. Submission deadline is May 15: Under the title “The time … continue reading →

Poland: Archaeologists uncover well preserved traces of WW2 ghetto bunker in Będzin, used by Jews who staged a revolt against the Nazis

Archaeologists excavating a World War II Ghetto bunker in the town of Będzin in southern Poland have discovered what they described as an unexpected “sensation” — well preserved traces of an underground hideout and tunnel used by Jews who staged … continue reading →

Slovakia: Slovak Post is issuing a stamp honoring the magnificent, recently reconsecrated domed synagogue in Trenčín. It coincides with Trenčín’s role as 2026 European Cultural Capital

Slovakia is issuing a postage stamp of the magnificent domed synagogue in Trenčín, which was reconsecrated in November 2025 after a €2 million-plus restoration that brought back original colors and decorative design of the spectacular interior. The official inauguration of … continue reading →

Call for Papers: Eric Mendelsohn’s Offices. International Networks of a Jewish Architect in the 20th Century. Deadline for submission April 15

We are pleased to share this Call for Papers for the workshop: Eric Mendelsohn’s Offices. International Networks of a Jewish Architect in the 20th Century Venue: Bet Tfila – Research Center for Jewish Architecture in Europe, TU Braunschweig Date: 16–17 September … continue reading →

Ukraine: Around 40 Jewish community and heritage sites have been damaged or destroyed in the 4 years of Russia’s war against Ukraine. A list is published to mark the anniversary

To mark the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale war against Ukraine, the United Jewish Community of Ukraine has published a list of around 40 synagogues, Jewish community infrastructure, Jewish cemeteries, monuments, and other Jewish sites that have been damaged or … continue reading →