We’ve received word of several Fellowships now accepting applications that may be of interest to our readers. We are pleased to share the calls: JDC ARCHIVES (New York or Jerusalem) Application deadline January 28, 2022 The JDC Archives is accepting … continue reading →
After reaching an agreement with the private owners, the City Council of Ourém, in central Portugal, has announced it will purchase the remains of what may have been the town’s medieval synagogue, hoping to restore it to form part of … continue reading →
Having an organ in a synagogue is a fairly recent innovation, related to the emancipation of the Jews and spread of reform Judaism in the 19th century. The introduction of a pipe organ into a synagogue sometimes sparked heated polemics. … continue reading →
Ecco il sommario settimanale in italiano delle nostre notizie dal mondo dei beni culturali ebraici in Europa — Buona lettura! Polonia: leggi una discussione circa le decorazioni dipinte nella sinagoga Remu di Cracovia, rivenute durante un restauro circa dieci … continue reading →
JHE friend Dr. Samuel Gruber has posted on his blog a detailed discussion about the multiple layers of painted decoration in the 16th century Remu synagogue in Krakow that makes a fascinating and informative read. The Remu, built in 1551, … continue reading →
