A new book (but one that may be hard to get hold of) sums up a decade of detailed research, conservation, and restoration work at the historic Jewish cemetery in Alba Iulia, Romania. Called “Histories Written in Stone,” it details … continue reading →
Structural restoration of the magnificent Great or Grain Merchants’ synagogue in Bacău, Romania, is nearing full completion. Only some exterior work, landscaping, and installation of a fire prevention remain. If all goes well, the local Jewish community hopes that all … continue reading →
Two workshops/seminars/programs dealing with the preservation of Jewish cemeteries take place at the same time in September — one in Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine (September 23-24) and one in and around Făgăraş, Romania (September 23-30). They are quite different in scope, but … continue reading →
The artistic interior restoration being carried out in the grand Cetate (Citadel) synagogue in Timisoara is progressing and is expected to be completed by the end of September. JHE’s Ruth Ellen Gruber, who has been traveling to Jewish heritage sites … continue reading →
Restoration work at the 18th century synagogue in Siena kicked off on July 22 and will last until the end of November. The restoration will stabilize the vault, replace the existing roof, and restore the sanctuary’s decorations, all damaged in … continue reading →
