The domed synagogue in Augsburg, Germany (which anchors a major Jewish museum) celebrates its centenary this year and has just released its “Jubilee Program” — a series of events in April, May, and June to mark the occasion. The program … continue reading →
A recent book, Berlin for Jews: a 21st Century Companion, combines heritage travel, tourism, history, and reflection in the German capital. The author is Princeton University Prof. Leonard Barkan, who has said in an interview: As for the experience … continue reading →
January 27, the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau in 1945, is marked in many countries as International Holocaust Remembrance Day. It is an occasion for commemorative ceremonies, educational programs, and other initiatives. Monuments and memorials are also dedicated or form centerpieces … continue reading →
Several Jewish heritage-related events of interest to our readers are coming up in the next week and a half. You can find information and links in our calendar (or see the Upcoming Events list on our Home Page and … continue reading →
A collection of essays about Jewish museums, Jewish Peoplehood and Jewish Museums, has been published by the Taube Foundation, the Center for Jewish Peoplehood Education, and the UJA Federation of New York. Authors include scholars and museum professionals in … continue reading →
