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In London? Take part in the Willesden Jewish Cemetery’s photography contest

(JHE) — Jewish cemeteries have long fascinated photographers. The combination of gravestones (often weathered and sometimes tilted), Hebrew inscriptions, carved decoration — and the nature in which the stones are immersed — create evocative and powerful images. If you’re in … continue reading →

UK: Glasgow’s closed Langside Synagogue granted official protection as a listed building following “unprecedented” local and international lobbying

(JHE) — The Langside Synagogue in Glasgow has been granted official protection as a listed building following a three-week public consultation last month and “unprecedented” local and international lobbying on its behalf. Historic Environment Scotland (HES) announced that it has … continue reading →

UK: Willesden Jewish Cemetery gears up to reopen (after COVID closure) as multifaceted place of public heritage: an example of how Jewish cemeteries can be integrated into tourism while respecting the sanctity of the place

With a new “House of Life” web site, visitors’ center, and mini-documentary, the historic Willesden Jewish cemetery in northwest London is gearing up to reopen (when COVID-19 regulations allow) as a multifaceted visitor destination. These the latest steps in the … continue reading →

Celebrating (and Accessing) Jewish Archives, Collections, Libraries: In Italy, the UK, and in Europe

JHE primarily deals with Jewish built heritage — but also with the variety of issues linked to and concerning it, from museums and exhibits to tourism. Today, we celebrate Jewish Archives, Libraries, and Archival Collections — and highlight three projects … continue reading →

UK: Good news! Foundation for Jewish Heritage gets major funding for urgent preservation work on Merthyr Tydfil, Wales synagogue

Mazel tov to the Foundation for Jewish Heritage (FJH), which has obtained major funding for the urgent preservation work entailed in the next stage of its flagship project to restore and repurpose the long-derelict Gothic revival synagogue in Merthyr Tydfil, … continue reading →