Today, Sept. 29, is the annual European Day of Jewish Culture — with hundreds of events planned in a dozen countries around Europe: performances, lectures, concerts, guided tours, food-tastings, book fairs, and more. Synagogues, Jewish cemeteries and other Jewish heritage … continue reading →
Restoration work at the historic synagogue in Exeter, England – built in 1763 and the third oldest in the UK — was finished in time for celebrations this month marking its 250th anniversary. The Jewish Chronicle reports that the £118,000 repair work brought … continue reading →
This looks like an interesting project and webinar sponsored by the Museums Association in the UK. MUSEUMS CHANGE LIVES Let us know your thoughts on what museums can do to change lives, and put your questions to our expert panel, … continue reading →
We are happy to pass along this call from Museum Practice in the UK for participants in a study on volunteers at museums (and other such organizations). Launched 15 years ago, Museum Practice shares examples of new developments and … continue reading →
The Jewish Chronicle in London runs a disturbing article about the landmark listed former synagogue in Sunderland, in northern England, which “now stands blighted by drug dealers, arsonists and metal thieves. There are swastikas around its ark, daubed by illegal … continue reading →
