The city of Wrocław, Poland has put up a guide to local Jewish heritage on its official web site. Called “In the Footsteps of Wrocław Jews,” it includes an interactive map on which you can click on about a dozen … continue reading →
The Jewish Museum in Budapest reopens April 9 with a revamped exhibit marking its 100th anniversary. The exhibit is called “100 Years – 100 Objects” and includes ritual objects, photographs, textiles, artwork, and more. You can see a list of … continue reading →
Rome’s most ancient Jewish catacombs will be open to visitors on the first Sunday of each month, for at least May and June, as part of a tourism and pilgrimage project linked to this year’s Roman Catholic Jubilee year … continue reading →
A floor mosaic dating from an ancient Roman-era synagogue in Plovdiv, Bulgaria has been restored and is now displayed by the Plovdiv Museum of Archaeology. It is the first time that the restored mosaic — which shows an ornate menorah, … continue reading →
The historic little Jewish cemetery in Penzance (Cornwall), England was rededicated last week after its restoration, and will be open to the public. A second dedication ceremony will take place on May 18. The Cornishman reports that about two dozen members … continue reading →
