Following our general post about the three synagogues and memorial space in Plzeň, Czech Republic, we feature here a closer analysis of the simple but striking Holocaust memorial in the so-called Auxiliary Synagogue, situated in the Jewish communal courtyard next … continue reading →
It was exciting to visit the synagogue in Loštice, CZ and learn first-hand about the work spearheaded by the Respect and Tolerance Foundation, a civic organization founded around 15 years ago that documents the history and culture of the pre-war … continue reading →
A signpost in Černovice, a small town in southern Bohemia, leads to a Jewish cemetery founded in the 17th century, and a memorial to local victims of the Holocaust that strikingly personalizes the loss. Jewish Heritage Europe Coordinator Ruth Ellen … continue reading →
Today is Yom ha Shoah, Israel and the Jewish world’s annual day of remembrance of the Holocaust. As we have done in the past (and also on International Holocaust Remembrance Day in January), we highlight some of the … continue reading →
Drone video can be overused — but in this case it provides a spectacular view of the recently completed, German-funded restoration of the domed roof of the Ceremonial Hall at the vast Jewish cemetery in Chernivtsi, Ukraine. … continue reading →
