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City Life Org – Metropolitan Museum of Art receives National Endowment for the Humanities…
Tray (Batea) with Turnus Provoked to War by Aeneas, ca. 1764, Jose Manuel de la Cerda. Wood, painted lacquer, gold (detail). The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Purchase, Joseph Pulitzer Fund and Sansbury-Mills Fund, 2020. The…
Uruguayan festival born from the African struggle
Montevideo (AFP) - As a little boy, Cesar Pintos - now 86 - played "drums" with his friends on the streets of predominantly black neighborhoods in Montevideo, beating tin cans with twigs to ancestral rhythms brought in Uruguay…
Young Shandong engraver reproduces ancient Chinese New Year paintings
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Traditional jewelry from southeast Iran is ‘on the verge of oblivion’
TEHRAN — A handicraft expert has warned that the art of traditional jewelry is on the brink of oblivion in the country's southeastern province of Sistan-Baluchestan.
This craft has become increasingly neglected over the years along…
Six Greek Island Traditions Designated ‘Intangible Cultural Heritage’ — Greek City Times
Six traditional practices and customs still alive on the Greek islands of Andros, Rhodes, Sifnos, Icaria, Limnos and Nisyros have been listed in the National Index of Intangible cultural heritageannounced the Ministry of Culture.
The…
Murals on every street corner | News
The City of Eugene has installed over 40 murals by various artists as of 2022. Many of the murals aim to…
Lawyer blocks Sundridge’s attempt to designate ‘The Castle’ with heritage…
The council building was built in 1881 and sits on Highway 124, which runs through the community
Two new developments have stalled efforts by Sundridge Council to have the municipality's oldest building given heritage designation.…
5 Amazing CNY Trips to Do in China – Thatsmags.com
8-Day CNY, Tibet, Lhasa to Everest Base Camp AdventureImage courtesy of Joy TravelYou should never miss the opportunity to visit Tibet as the stunning culture and landscape will leave you with unforgettable memories. This…
UTSA researchers explore Borderlands identities in new book | UTSA today | UTSA
UTSA Today recently spoke with Dupont and Romo about the new book and why it's relevant to people nationwide.
The following interview has been edited for length and clarity.
First of all, can…
AlUla residents turn to trees to boost their income
How Saudi Events Company Midwam Elevated Tourism and Leisure Experiences to a Whole New Level
DUBAI: A Saudi company specializing in organizing entertainment and cultural events is taking tourism and leisure experiences in the Kingdom…
More name changes planned for South Africa – including major cities
The Eastern Cape Provincial Geographical Names Committee is considering a number of name changes for the province – including several major towns.
The proposals, which were discussed at a meeting on Thursday January 20, will undergo a full…
Legacy Amendment Supports Over $6 Million in Grants to History Organizations Across Minnesota
The Legacy Amendment supports efforts to preserve Minnesota's lands, waters, and heritage, including Minnesota's history and cultural heritage.
Grants are beginning in fiscal year 2022. Each project will preserve and enhance…
Hamdan bin Mohammed issues a resolution forming the “Supreme Committee to Oversee the…
Dubai: In accordance with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai, to develop the Hatta region, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin…
Lanterns lit for the Lunar New Year celebration at Yuyuan Garden
Jiang Xiaowei / SHINE
A centerpiece lantern and art installation are lit at Yuyuan Garden shopping malls on Tuesday evening.
Shanghai's iconic Yuyuan Garden Malls…
What makes them so special?
You've heard of it, but you may not know why – or how – a UNESCO World Heritage Site gains prominence.
There is much talk of a site "listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site". But what does…
Adelina ‘Nina’ Otero-Warren put both of her assets to championing causes
Adelina "Nina" Otero-Warren was a New Mexico educator and advocate for women's suffrage. His likeness is now featured on a series of quarters published by the United States Mint. (Courtesy of the Library of Congress)…
US returns veiled head of ancient woman to Libya
U.S. prosecutors and law enforcement have announced they will return an ancient antiquity to Libya after investigators concluded smugglers stole the marble artifact from its home country."It is with great pleasure that we return the Veiled…
AAAC will organize an interschool cultural competition
The event will be organized in partnership with the National Arts and Culture Council, Kanifing City Council. The event is…
Police seize Iron Age and Islamic jugs from smuggler
TEHRAN - Iranian police recently confiscated four terracotta jugs from a smuggler in the town of Miandoab in the northwestern province of West Azerbaijan, a senior police official in charge of heritage protection said cultural.
The…
Who plundered the gods of Nepal? | Nepalese time
There were two Bhairav ââsculptures at Halchok temple near Kathmandu, one of which was 300 years old. The second was made in 2013 and installed on the original. Both were robbed on December 7 - a…
Reviews | Christian nationalism is one of Trump’s most powerful weapons
None seemed willing to condemn Mr. Trump for organizing an attempt to prevent the peaceful transfer of power to President-elect Joe Biden. On the contrary, Reverend Franklin Graham, writing on Facebook, condemned "these ten" of Mr.…
China Matters explores Hangzhou’s cultural mix of past and present
Hangzhou was the capital of the Southern Song Dynasty from 1132 until the Mongols conquered southern China. Marco polo describes the royal palace in Hangzhou large enough to accommodate 10,000 people.
The flourishing economic development…
The Ministry of Culture rewards musicians [PHOTO]
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By Laman Ismayilova
The Ministry of Culture awarded national actors and musicians with commemorative badges.
The "880th Anniversary…
Young Bangla’s recent recognition a big boost
The University of Dhaka, hotbed of Bengali nationalism since the language movement of the 1950s, challenged the restraint of military rule when the Bengali New Year began in 1989.
General Ershad, the second general to become the…
Parade, festival to mark the start of Kwanzaa
Share this article:The 45th edition of what organizers say is the world's oldest Kwanzaa procession will be held in South Los Angeles on Sunday to mark the start of the seven-day African-American festival.
The…
Taipei begins the restoration of the Chen Tien-lai residence
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Putian Enterprise team used special equipment to analyze and date artefacts found inside nearly…
Conservation area declared wetland at the end of the mission
By Yang Yuan-ting and Jake Chung / Journalist, with editor-in-chief…
Two Dutch customs added to UNESCO cultural heritage list
Earlier this year, the Netherlands welcomed the addition of three Dutch attractions to the UNESCO World Heritage List. Now, just a few months later, the Netherlands is once again in the spotlight, with two Dutch traditions added to the…
Haitian Joumou soup receives UNESCO protected cultural heritage status: NPR
A famous Haitian soup has received the "protected cultural heritage status" by UNESCO. Scott Simon speaks with Dominique Dupuy, Ambassador of Haiti to UNESCO about Joumou.
SCOTT SIMON, HOST:
Haiti…
Palestinian embroidery added to UNESCO cultural heritage list | Arts and culture news
Ramallah, Occupied West Bank - The United Nations cultural agency (UNESCO) has added the art of traditional Palestinian embroidery to its list of intangible cultural heritage.
Wednesday's registration was made during the 16th session of…
Geri Hongeva Receives Women in American History Award for Navajo Cultural Work | Navajo-Hopi…
Geri Hongeva received the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Women in American History Award in Scottsdale for the Grand Canyon Chapter on December 4 for her contributions to the cultural heritage of the Navajo…
Nine companies show interest in operating the Bharat Gaurav train in the central and western railway…
No less than nine companies have expressed interest in operating the Bharat Gaurav trains in the Central (CR) and Western (WR) Circle which includes parties like Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation and the Ministry of…
Omopé Carter Daboiku: Reclaiming the agricultural heritage of a community
The Edgemont Solar Garden on Miami Chapel Road has a long history on the West Side of Dayton. Lately it has experienced a sort of regeneration, with partners like Central State University and…
These masked singers carry on an Irish Christmas tradition
For at least 400 years during the Christmas season, Irish mummers have dressed in straw outfits while door-to-door captivating residents with their plays, nursery rhymes, songs, dances and music . In the mid-1900s, this custom almost died…
English cemetery clean-up project in southwest Iran begins
TEHRAN - A clean-up project is set to be launched at the English cemetery in the southwestern province of Bushehr, the provincial deputy head of tourism has announced.
Preserving historic monuments is a priority, which is why the…
The feast of the Immaculate Virgin of Concepción is indeed an intangible cultural heritage of the…
The Ministry of Culture and Sports Advertise for Feast of the Shepherd of the Immaculate Virgin of Concepción de Villa Nueva, Guatemala, a The intangible cultural heritage of the nation. The act took place in the diocese of…
NAPAC Executive Director Talks Natchez Story During Presentation at ASU in Lorman –…
LORMAN - A presentation by Bobby Dennis on African American history at Natchez was a hit with students at Alcorn State University, according to Teresa A. Busby, executive director of the Southwest MS Center for…
David Y. Ige | Many hands help Ka’u Dream to come true
Many hands help Ka'u Dream to come true
Published on November 29, 2021 in Capitol Connection
The phrase "Think global, act local" took on new meaning on the island of Hawaii with the launch of Ka'u dream, a community resilience project…
The deputy. Canadian PM Justin Trudeau offers greetings to those attending KAILASA’s Hindu…
On the occasion of this celebration of Hinduism, SPH Nithyananda Paramashivam addressed Hindus in Canada reminding them of the need to preserve Hindu heritage.
The great story of the…
VIDEO: Locals share ‘Plan B’ stories at 7 Stories event at Highline Heritage Museum
On Friday evening November 19, 2021, some of your neighbors shared some personal and true "Plan B" themed stories at another 7 Stories event at the Highline Heritage Museum in Olde Burien.
7 Stories is an evening of storytelling…
Palacio de Memoria wins Philippine Heritage Awards – Manila Bulletin
Honor to a well-done restoration
Entering the lobby of the Palacio is like being transported back in time, to the Roaring Twenties, when the Art Deco rooms threw dazzling parties (Photo of the Palacio de Memoria)
The Palacio…
Bharat Gaurav Trains to Showcase India’s Rich Cultural Heritage: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Minister of Railways Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw today announced the introduction of Bharat Gaurav Trains Themed Sightseeing Tours Trains. Speaking to the media at a press conference, he said these trains will help fulfill Prime Minister…
The reality of pillaged colonial art and restitution
âAs we engage with museums in a colonial context, we are faced with the reality that historical trauma and contemporary trauma coexist because the result of this 'hewa' (sin), the wrongfulness of the theft of origin,…
10-day festival to explore the city’s art and cultural heritage | Calcutta News
Calcutta: When was the last time you had the opportunity to leaf through 18th century illustrations from Roxburgh's Rare Collection at the Botanical Garden? Or have you walked through the remains of Awadh's exiled kingdom in Metiabruz…
HMML receives largest grant in long history
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A recent grant of $ 5 million was awarded to the world-renowned University of St. John's Manuscript Library and Museum, which is the largest grant in the library's…
ARTnews and Academic Travel Abroad launch 2022 international getaways – ARTnews.com
ARTnews launches an exciting new travel program for 2022 that offers exceptional experiences in the hotspots of world art. Join one or more of the ARTnews trips starting in May, September, October and November 2022. We'll take you…
Whanganui obtains recognition from UNESCO as “City of Design”
Sarjeant Gallery in Whanganui. Photo / SuppliedWhanganui has been officially recognized as a UNESCO City of Design.This means that Whanganui gets a place in the UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization)…
museum celebrates the disappearance of Barcelona’s Gypsy heritage | Barcelona
It doesn't sound like a place of legend, but the narrow Carrer de la Cera is the birthplace of Catalan rumba, the son-in-law to the contagious rhythm of flamenco created by Barcelona's gypsy community in the 1950s and popular today around…
Six Nations Representatives Oppose Riverside Dam Reconstruction
CAMBRIDGE - Staff working on behalf of the elected Six Nations of the Grand River Council want to see the brakes put on rebuilding the Riverside Dam.Now that the original dam no longer fulfills its technical purpose of providing water flow…
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces Funding for $ 475,000 US Rescue Plan for Maryland…
November 03, 2021
Institute of Museum and Library Services Provides Funding to Museums…
THE MEMBER SPEAKS | Timah whiskey line shows what’s wrong with Malaysian politics
THE MEMBER SPEAKS | I am calling five ministers from Mainland Malaysia, also from Borneo, namely Maximus Johnity Ongkili (Sabah and Sarawak Affairs), Alexander Nanta Linggi (Internal Trade and Consumption), Fadillah Yusof (Works), Wan…
San Angelo Hispanic Heritage Museum and Cultural Center host Día De Los Muertos event
SAN ANGELO, Texas - The San Angelo Hispanic Heritage Museum and Cultural Center hosted the second annual DÃa de Los Muertos event. It took place through the San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts, the Bill Aylor River Stage,…
Iran ready to share its expertise for the conservation of Asian historical heritages
Tehran - The Islamic Republic of Iran is ready to offer its expertise for the conservation of historical monuments and relics in Asia.
On Thursday, Hadi Ahmadi-Roueeni, a senior official at the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism…
Africa: France returns the cultural treasures of Benin during a ceremony at the Historical Museum
French President Emmanuel Macron attended an official handover ceremony for 26 objects from the kingdom of Dahomey, in the south of present-day Benin, currently on display at the Quai Branly-Jacques Chirac museum in Paris. This is the…
City of Kamloops and Tk’emlups te Secwepemc strengthen their partnership | iINFOnews
TteS City Councilor Thomas Blank and Kamloops City Councilor Kathy Sinclair sign terms of reference for a joint cultural heritage task force between the!-->…
2021 National Heritage Fellows Celebrated in The Culture of America’s Debut Film
The National Foundation for the Arts, in partnership with the National Council of Traditional Arts, will present American Culture: A Tour Across The Country with the National Endowment for the Arts National Heritage Fellows 2021,…
Traditional owner fears for Adani coal mine heritage site
The committee, which operates under the Indigenous Land Use Agreement between Adani Bravus' Australian Unit and Clermont Belyando Indigenous Title Applicants, appoints traditional owners to participate in and oversee cultural heritage work…
Sierra State Parks Foundation Vacation 2021 Auction Begins Nov 1 | South Lake Tahoe
LAKE TAHOE / TRUCKEE, Calif .-- The Sierra State Parks Foundation is hosting a virtual fundraising auction from November 1 to December 3 to support local CA State Parks in the Lake Tahoe - Donner Lake area. This fundraiser will support!-->…
Recommended Historic Status for Hollywood Forever Cemetery
HOLLYWOOD, CA - The Los Angeles Cultural Heritage Commission unanimously recommended Thursday that city council designate Hollywood Forever Cemetery as a historic and cultural landmark.The cemetery was listed on the National Register of…
Indigenous group claims state government failed to consult on Marinus Link
An indigenous group said a Tasmanian government company failed to properly consult on a multibillion-dollar project planned to traverse an "incredibly sensitive" area that is the subject of an indigenous title claim.Key points:Documents…
Two Colorado restaurants named New York Times best restaurants of the year
The past 19 months have pushed the restaurant industry to its limits. In a year where dining establishments have been forced to shift gears to survive, it's difficult to categorize restaurants with pre-pandemic standards.
What are the…
Taliban ban excavations of cultural sites in Nangarhar
Taliban authorities in Nangarhar in Afghanistan on Monday banned excavations and digging of historical and cultural sites in the province. In a statement, the provincial government said it has banned arbitrary digging in cultural…
Palm Coast African-American Cultural Society celebrates 30 years
PALM COAST - For 30 years, the African American Cultural Society has worked to educate Flagler County about Black culture, history and excellence.Now it's time to celebrate these achievements with a dinner in honor of the founders of the…
Congressman Vela signs resolution honoring South Texas legends of Tejano
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Congressman Filemon Vela (D-TX) reintroduced a resolution to honor and celebrate the accomplishments of South Texas musical artists Tejano. The resolution recognizes the musical contributions of Freddy…
See a true “deserted village” come to life, October 16-17 – County of Union, New…
Masker's Barn is one of the many restored buildings that populate the historic abandoned village of Feltville (credit: Union County, NJ).Enjoy seasonal and historical activities for all ages in the deserted village of Feltville in Union…
Conference organized to strengthen national tourism resources
The 6th Annual Taihu World Cultural Forum was held Monday through Wednesday in Bengbu City, Anhui Province. Conference participants shared their views on topics such as…
Indonesian envoy launches “Batik” exhibition
Islamabad: The Indonesian Ambassador launched the âBatikâ exhibition titled âIndonesian Batik: Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanityâ at the Centaurus Mall on…
The decades of ASPI: “Uighurs for sale”
ASPI celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. This series reviews the work of ASPI since its inception in August 2001.
The most widely read study ever produced by ASPI is Uyghurs for sale:"Re-education", forced labor and surveillance…
Vibhor Saini and his utopian performance: 98 years of Saraswati Music College
Music is not only about talent, but also about hard work and knowledge passed down from generation to generation in the form of ideas, lyrics and perspectives. The eve of the Indian Film Festival in Tashkent, Uzbekistan was also marked by…
Tourism in Iran
Tourism in Iran is diverse, offering a range of activities from hiking and skiing in the Alborz and Zagros mountains to beach vacations by the Persian Gulf and Caspian Sea. The Iranian government has made concerted efforts to attract…
Hispanic Cultural Heritage Month: Mariachi, New Mexico
When it comes to mariachi music, there is meaning behind every mariachi tragedy. âWe share a lot of special moments with people, like weddings and birthdays,â says local mariachi musician Mundo…
County Executive George Latimer Raises Italian Flag for Italian-American Heritage and Culture Month
County Executive George Latimer Raises Italian Flag for Italian-American Heritage and Culture Month…
Volusia-Flagler-St. Johns Nonprofits Receive Gannett Foundation Grants
The Hub on Canal has worked for a decade to bring the arts to the New Symrna Beach community through classes and workshops, exhibitions and events. Now, with a little extra funding, they will be able to bring art to the region through new…
“Introduce culture, tradition to the young generation”
"Introduce culture and tradition to the younger generation"DHNS, Kushalnagar, 04 Oct 2021, 21:22 isupdated: 05 Oct 2021, 00:58 istCommunities should pass on culture and tradition to the younger…
Stratford woman lends a hand to the Ribbon Skirt project to inspire young Indigenous women
Content of the article A teenage girl from a First Nations community in southwestern Ontario relies on help from others, including a woman from Stratford, to complete a project to help young Indigenous women proclaim their heritage…
NON-FICTION: SONGS FROM THE DESERT – Journal
Fragrance of Thari Folk Songs is a slim and compact introduction to a treasure trove of Pakistani folk culture. The book features over a dozen and a half popular folk songs from the Tharparkar region, along with…
Woven heritage: rare Jamdani saris on display in the capital | Fashion trends
New Delhi Age-old craftsmanship and a glorious heritage make Dhakai Jamdani magnificent in more ways than one. And telling its fascinating story, 51 museum-quality Dhakai Jamdani saris, dating from the late 19th century to…
The India pavilion combines tradition and technology
Upon entering the India Pavilion at Dubai Expo 2020, you can see miniature models of the Ram Mandir to be built in Ayodhya and the Hindu Temple under construction in Abu Dhabi, the city's first.…
Exploring the impact of the reuse of digital cultural heritage: an analysis of InDICEs
About the report One of the objectives of the inDICEs project is to understand how value is created through the use of digital heritage resources. Knowing more about this value will help us advocate for policies that support the…
Afghan artists watch and worry as Taliban promises framework anchored in Islamic law to assess…
Twenty years ago, the Taliban destroyed two 6th-century statues - the historic Bamiyan Buddhas - in a systematic effort to rid Afghanistan of any vestige of non-Islamic cultural heritage. Now, as the militant group regains…
Suzhou Celebrates Unique London Style with Kunqu Opera Showcase
Members of the travel and arts communities gathered to learn more about the "City of Arts and Culture"
NEW YORK, September 30, 2021 / PRNewswire / - Suzhou, known in China as a "City of Arts and Culture", showcased one of its main art…
Latinx Heritage Month is a reminder of invisibility
(Lauren Schatzman | Daily Trojan Horse)
September 15 to October 15 is Latinx Heritage Month, a time when the 33 countries of Latin America are celebrated for their rich culture and contributions to society. However, the pan-ethnic…
Wupatki National Monument, home to 5,000 indigenous sites, will be preserved
Wupatki National Monument is one of the most important natural, historical and cultural centers in North America. In addition to its unique red rock landscape populated by hares, coyotes…
Applications open for cultural heritage scholarships
Community groups interested in showcasing and celebrating their cultural heritage with a project or event can apply for a financial boost through the Town of Whittlesea Cultural Heritage Funding Program.The next cycle of the program is now…
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What does LatinX mean? | wtol.com
Linda Alvarado-Arce says the era of color blindness is over and Latinos want to be known by their individual culture. Toledo, Ohio - Hispanic Cultural Heritage Month continues to be celebrated across the country. However, some…
“UNESCO should expel Afghanistan and Pakistan from its corps”
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By Sanjeev Sharma
New Delhi, September 26 (SocialNews.XYZ) UNESCO should expel not only Afghanistan but also Pakistan from its corps. Neither…
Rejoice in celebrating German heritage and folklore at Kutztown University
For some, it was walking the path of memory. For others, it gave them a glimpse of their heritage. And for a moment, I wanted to go home. Heemet Fescht brought culture to life. Saturday's annual event at the Pennsylvania German Cultural…
Salvadoran entrepreneur wants to share her delicious culture with the community of San Antonio
San Antonio - A woman in El Salvador made her dream come true and helps San Antonio develop a taste for Central American cuisine. Janes Rosales says owning a Salvadoran food stand in the glittering Southside Plaza is just the start of her…
Latin Heritage Sites Can No Longer Be Ignored: Latino Heritage Fellows
Latino Heritage Fellows
| Guest columnistsFor too long, historic preservation efforts in the United States have told the story of a national identity rooted in a colonialist narrative and buried in the stories of Indigenous communities,…
Heritage Malta celebrates European Heritage Days with an exciting program
Heritage MaltaHeritage Malta marks this year the European Heritage Days - which take place in all 50 countries party to the European Cultural Convention - with a program of exciting events between 1 and 3 October.There will be guided tours…
Uzbekistan promotes preservation of historical heritage during Culture Week
Khiva in Uzbekistan is like a city-museum full of impressive cultural sites just begging to be discovered. In the Middle Ages, it was an important trading center on the Great Silk Road. Today, its rich and preserved heritage makes the…
SCISD board files appraisal on Centro property after community voices concerns
Members of the San Marcos community expressed concerns about an appraisal and possible sale of the property where the Centro Cultural Hispano de San Marcos is located at a recent school board meeting.
The board of directors of San Marcos…
Highlights of a year of work on the impact for cultural heritage
How can cultural heritage institutions measure the impact of their work on audiences, stakeholders and the general public? How to evaluate their events to improve them? What tools can they use to understand the effect of their services…
Bringing historic Cairo back to life interests Egypt, cultural heritage stakeholders around the…
The Reviving Historic Cairo initiative has aroused great interest, not only locally in Egypt, but also from all those interested in the preservation of cultural heritage around the world, according to the…
A large crowd attends the celebration of the Hispanic heritage of Fontana; see photos | New
Large numbers of people gathered to enjoy the Hispanic Cultural Heritage Festival in Fontana, titled âLa Grand Fiesta,â which was held at Mirror Park on September 18th. Audiences were entertained…
Xavier Troussard: The new European Bauhaus will require strong cooperation from all levels of…
Xavier Troussard: The new European Bauhaus will require strong cooperation from all levels of government An in-depth interview with the head of the New European Bauhaus unit at the European Commission Since December 2020, Xavier Troussard…
Old commercial facility restored in Egypt
After 300 years of neglect, the Al-Jeddawi Archaeological Agency, built in 1792 in the Egyptian city of Esna, has come back to life after its recent restoration and development.
Egyptian Tourism and Antiquities Minister Khaled al-Anani…
Who is the Spanish Medica? | wtol.com
The Spanish Medica, a former student club at the University of Toledo's Faculty of Medicine, organized a tent at an event where they worked to educate the community about high blood pressure. Toledo, Ohio-begins Hispanic Cultural…
Joining UNESCO is a crucial step to regain global influence
The United States' relationship with the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has been difficult for decades. The United States has left and then joined the organization twice since the 1970s. The…
Toledo’s Hispanic Cultural Heritage Month celebration on September 18
The Adelante Latino Resource Center needs such fundraising to complement programming for the Latino community. Some previous events have been canceled. Toledo, Ohio - After having to cancel some events due to COVID-19, the Latin…
Gilroy Artist Giving Free Art Classes Begins Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
"Relax, don't feel stressed, do your best." It's a word of encouragement you hear when you take a painting class at Nachomoya. Moya is the Founder, CEO and Artist of Gilroy's Moya Art Gallery and Studio. Born in Mexico, raised in…
Images of Fixed Stars: Ancient Astronomical Manuscript Revived by Uzbek Heritage Initiative
Uzbekistan has embarked on a journey to identify, catalog and present all the art objects reflecting the country's cultural heritage that are scattered around the world. Once at the center of the Great Silk Road, Uzbekistan has an…
Japan’s biggest artistic prize awarded to photographer Sebastião Salgado
Sometimes called the "Nobel Prize for the Arts", the Praemium Imperiale is one of the most important art prizes in the world. Since its inception in 1988, it has been awarded annually by the Japan Art Association to artists and musicians…
How the US House Spending Bill Targets 4 Local Plans for Oil and Gas Leasing, Mining
Proposals targeting specific areas of conservation in Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, and federal waters off the coast of Louisiana have made their way into the massive budget reconciliation bill that Democrats are pushing through the…
Faster Than Sound: City Council Backs Music-Focused Art Center on East 11th Street: Harold McMillan…
Artists paint murals at Kenny Dorham's Backyard in June 2020. (Photo by John Anderson)…
Aonach Mhacha opens for Culture Night in Armagh – Armagh I
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Rumba submissions for heritage registration
DR Congo has officially kicked off a campaign to include Congolese rumba, one of the most popular forms of music in Africa, on UNESCO's list of intangible cultural heritage.
The…
2 ancient Chicano artistic buildings approved as historical and cultural landmarks of LA –…
By MARGARET NAVETTE | City News Service
LOS ANGELES - Los Angeles City Council on Tuesday approved the addition of the Centro de Arte Publico and the Mechicano Art Center in Highland Park to the city's list of historic and cultural…
The hills will live to the sound of music on Ben Lomond
It sits in one of Scotland's most visited places, welcoming thousands of water sports enthusiasts, mountaineers and hikers each year.
Now culture seekers may soon flock to the shores of Loch Lomond to witness an…
US university to exhibit replica of Turkish “Gypsy Girl” mosaic
The reproduction of the world famous 'Gypsy Girl' mosaic, the stolen pieces of which were returned from the United States to the southern province of Gaziantep after years of efforts, was sent to the US state of Ohio…
Divers go deep in search of life – and find it – in the crystal-clear waters off Plum…
Divers who surveyed the waters off Plum Island earlier this month found only a fishing line, a bottle cap, or any sign of plastic pollution plaguing most of the waterways in the world. world.…
Leo Terrell castigates Cuomo after governor’s resignation: “Appalling to try to justify…
In the wake of New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's resignation after mounting reports of sexual assault, "Outnumbered" lawyer and panelist Leo Terrell said Tuesday Cuomo's defense was "appalling."âI want to make another point…
The Spanish Village That Wants Outdoor Cats to Achieve World Heritage Status | Culture
It has been two weeks since residents of the village of Algar in southern Spain won ⬠20,000 in the lottery, a topic that was discussed in detail by locals during their nightly talks on the sidewalks of the city.…
Animix, the animation / cartoon festival, returns to Tel Aviv
Animix, the Israeli animation, comics and cartoons festival in Tel Aviv, will take place August 10-14 at the Tel Aviv Cinematheque live and in top form, following last year's online…
Looted artifacts returned to Iraq could pave way for Parthenon marbles
Thousands of ancient cuneiform tablets, taken around the country during times of war and conflict, were among the artifacts recently returned to Iraq. Credit: public domainA treasure trove of 17,000 looted artifacts has been returned to…
Imee Marcos calls for “cultural heritage misappropriation” law after Whang-Od and Nas…
Senator Imee Marcos on Thursday renewed her call for the passage of a law that will protect Indigenous Peoples (IPs) from "cultural heritage misappropriation" after the controversy involving vlogger Nuseir Yassin and Kalinga tattoo…