Mazel tov! The restoration of the historic Etz Hayim synagogue in Izmir has won a preservation award. It was awarded one of the 18th annual Respect for History Local Conservation Awards, sponsored by the Izmir Metropolitan Municipality. It was one … continue reading →
We’ve posted a lot about the Izmir Jewish Heritage Project and the efforts to restore the complex of historic synagogues in the city to form a space of public heritage and culture. So we’re delighted to see a profile of … continue reading →
The New Years 2022 edition of the JHE Monthly Newsletter is out! Looking ahead to 2022, we look forward to celebrating our 10th anniversary this year — and we look back at our most popular posts from 2021. We also provide … continue reading →
Archaeologists in Turkey have uncovered what they believe to be the remains of a synagogue dating from the 7th century C.E. that was dedicated by a grieving father to his deceased child. The remains were found under a modern residential … continue reading →
The historic, long-derelict Etz Hayim synagogue in Izmir has been officially reopened following a 2-year restoration carried out thanks to a substantial grant from the Izmir Development Agency (IZKA). The ceremony took place November 29, at the opening of the third Izmir … continue reading →
