We hope that you have had a restful time after the Urban Jewish Heritage Conference. We wanted to say a big thank you for attending, and for your valuable contribution to the important discussions that were taking place throughout the event. Here are some quick links to help next steps for the Conference, including details … Continue reading Thank you for coming!
On the afternoon of Wednesday 5 September, we are offering a choice of three walking tours of Kazimierz, the historical Jewish district of Krakow. Places are limited, so pease choose one of the following options by completing the short online form via the link below. Study Visit Options: 1.History and religious life of Jews in … Continue reading Sign up for your afternoon Study Visit
On Thursday 6th September, we will welcome the Torch of Heritage and Culture in a special ceremony as part of its Europe-wide tour. A Future for Religious Heritage initiative inspired by the Olympic Torch of Athens, the Torch of Heritage and Culture has been created to to raise awareness and safeguard the importance of Europe’s rich religious … Continue reading Welcoming the Torch of Heritage and Culture
We are delighted to announce that, in partnership with Rutgers University Press, we will be hosting a book launch reception for our Keynote Speaker, Professor Daniel J. Walkowitz, on the afternoon of Tuesday 4th September. Professor Walkowitz is Emeritus Professor of Social and Cultural Analysis and Professor of History at New York University who, in … Continue reading Conference News: Book Launch Announcement
A friendly reminder to those that are attending the Conference that the early-bird discount expires on 11th June! To register for the conference, please click here. The Conference fee includes: Free transport to and from the Villa Decius (conference venue) for the duration of the conference An invitation to the conference opening and keynote session, hosted at … Continue reading Early-bird Discount Deadline Approaching
Urban Jewish Heritage | Presence and Absence 