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'A house of opportunities': the changing fortunes of England's largest country home

Wentworth Woodhouse Preservation Trust has effectively revitalized the estate, emphasizing cultural and community engagement while addressing conservation challenges.

Building Outdoor Learning Spaces: 5 Community Projects by Semillas in Peru

Outdoor educational spaces can enhance community interaction and cultural preservation.
Utilizing bioclimatic strategies and local materials aids in environmental comfort and architectural coherence.

Oregon Origins: Keeping Traditions Alive * Oregon ArtsWatch

The Oregon Origins Project fosters a deep connection to Indigenous culture through creativity and community engagement.

BKLYN Sauce: Bishop Gallery

The Bishop Gallery emphasizes community engagement and cultural preservation through art.

'A house of opportunities': the changing fortunes of England's largest country home

Wentworth Woodhouse Preservation Trust has effectively revitalized the estate, emphasizing cultural and community engagement while addressing conservation challenges.

Building Outdoor Learning Spaces: 5 Community Projects by Semillas in Peru

Outdoor educational spaces can enhance community interaction and cultural preservation.
Utilizing bioclimatic strategies and local materials aids in environmental comfort and architectural coherence.

Oregon Origins: Keeping Traditions Alive * Oregon ArtsWatch

The Oregon Origins Project fosters a deep connection to Indigenous culture through creativity and community engagement.

BKLYN Sauce: Bishop Gallery

The Bishop Gallery emphasizes community engagement and cultural preservation through art.
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Fort Lauderdale's Historic Mai-Kai Returns After a $20 Million Glow-Up

Mai-Kai reopens after four years, celebrating Polynesian culture and cuisine while preserving its historical and immersive dining experience.
#st-peters-basilica

Explore the World's First 3D Replica of St. Peter's Basilica, Made with AI

The project showcases AI's potential for cultural preservation, making St. Peter's Basilica accessible to global audiences.

Microsoft and the Vatican unveiled this AI collaboration

The Vatican and Microsoft launched a digital twin of St. Peter's Basilica, enhancing visitor experience and conservation via AI technology.

Vatican launches AI-generated version of St Peter's Basilica

Digital twin technology allows global audiences to explore St Peter's Basilica, enhancing accessibility to its history and architecture.
The project aids in restoration by identifying and addressing structural vulnerabilities.

Explore the World's First 3D Replica of St. Peter's Basilica, Made with AI

The project showcases AI's potential for cultural preservation, making St. Peter's Basilica accessible to global audiences.

Microsoft and the Vatican unveiled this AI collaboration

The Vatican and Microsoft launched a digital twin of St. Peter's Basilica, enhancing visitor experience and conservation via AI technology.

Vatican launches AI-generated version of St Peter's Basilica

Digital twin technology allows global audiences to explore St Peter's Basilica, enhancing accessibility to its history and architecture.
The project aids in restoration by identifying and addressing structural vulnerabilities.
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With Help from Martin Scorsese, a Little Italy Organ Gets a Sprucing Up

The restoration of the historic Erben organ reflects both community pride and the preservation of immigrant musical heritage.
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rammed earth and timber shape up CHYBIK + KRISTOF's mulbekh school in northern india

The project aims to enhance education access in Mulbekh through culturally sensitive architecture adapted to local climatic and community needs.

A Narrative of Cultural Resilience: The Evolution of the Estonian Academy of Sciences

The Ungern-Sternberg Palace exemplifies the intersection of Estonia's aristocratic past and contemporary academic life, showcasing cultural heritage and resilience.

balouo salo uses earth-filled bags for multipurpose cultural center and museum in senegal

The Cultural Center and Museum of Traditions promotes local culture and sustainable practices, enhancing community opportunities for tourism and economic growth.

beautell arquitectos' tenerife church is a pair of cyclopean concrete volumes

Preservation of tradition through modern design.

Culture & Living Space of Dabu Village Songxi County / Cocoon Studio

The renovation harmonizes old and new architecture to create a vibrant public space in Dabu Village.

CHYBIK + KRISTOF Unveils Culturally-Inspired School Design in Mulbekh, North India

The new school in Mulbekh aims to provide quality education while preserving local culture, addressing challenges faced by students in remote communities.

rammed earth and timber shape up CHYBIK + KRISTOF's mulbekh school in northern india

The project aims to enhance education access in Mulbekh through culturally sensitive architecture adapted to local climatic and community needs.

A Narrative of Cultural Resilience: The Evolution of the Estonian Academy of Sciences

The Ungern-Sternberg Palace exemplifies the intersection of Estonia's aristocratic past and contemporary academic life, showcasing cultural heritage and resilience.

balouo salo uses earth-filled bags for multipurpose cultural center and museum in senegal

The Cultural Center and Museum of Traditions promotes local culture and sustainable practices, enhancing community opportunities for tourism and economic growth.

beautell arquitectos' tenerife church is a pair of cyclopean concrete volumes

Preservation of tradition through modern design.

Culture & Living Space of Dabu Village Songxi County / Cocoon Studio

The renovation harmonizes old and new architecture to create a vibrant public space in Dabu Village.

CHYBIK + KRISTOF Unveils Culturally-Inspired School Design in Mulbekh, North India

The new school in Mulbekh aims to provide quality education while preserving local culture, addressing challenges faced by students in remote communities.
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#history

A Shoe Doll That Belonged to a Child in the Slums of London, ca. 1905

A homemade doll made from household scraps in Edwardian London symbolizes resourcefulness and love despite poverty.

What Victorian People Sounded Like: Hear Recordings of Florence Nightingale & Queen Victoria Herself

Audio recording technology began to document the sounds of the Victorian era, enhancing our understanding of their culture.

A Shoe Doll That Belonged to a Child in the Slums of London, ca. 1905

A homemade doll made from household scraps in Edwardian London symbolizes resourcefulness and love despite poverty.

What Victorian People Sounded Like: Hear Recordings of Florence Nightingale & Queen Victoria Herself

Audio recording technology began to document the sounds of the Victorian era, enhancing our understanding of their culture.
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#real-estate

Historic Bay Area record store has to pony up millions to stay in business

The iconic cultural building at 10341 San Pablo Ave. is up for sale, putting its future and the preservation of its archives at risk.

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum just bought an apartment building. Here's why.

The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum invests in real estate to protect its mission and visitor experience.

"Give Me Carmelita Tropicana!" and "Gatz" Beat On Against the Current

Off Broadway faces real-estate pressures, leading to the closure of significant theater spaces like Soho Rep's Walkerspace.

Historic Bay Area record store has to pony up millions to stay in business

The iconic cultural building at 10341 San Pablo Ave. is up for sale, putting its future and the preservation of its archives at risk.

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum just bought an apartment building. Here's why.

The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum invests in real estate to protect its mission and visitor experience.

"Give Me Carmelita Tropicana!" and "Gatz" Beat On Against the Current

Off Broadway faces real-estate pressures, leading to the closure of significant theater spaces like Soho Rep's Walkerspace.
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Best of Silicon Valley-Editorial Picks

The Exploration Portal enhances STEM learning at the Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose, promoting hands-on environmental education.
Support for independent movie theaters is crucial in preserving cultural spaces for film enthusiasts, especially following recent closures.
#community

Abuelas give us the advice they tell their own grandkids

Abuelas play a pivotal role in preserving family values and traditions in Latin American communities, acting as sources of wisdom and guidance.

San Francisco's GLBT Historical Society to have new home in heart of Castro District

The GLBT Historical Society Museum will relocate to a larger space in the Castro District, expanding its capacity to celebrate LGBTQ history.

New York Nico's Very New York Party

Nicolas Heller celebrates small NYC businesses through his new guide, emphasizing their cultural significance and ensuring their stories are preserved.

The Olympics are giving breaking a global stage in Paris. Not everyone is celebrating

Preserving breaking as a lifestyle is more crucial than its Olympic recognition.

Queerest Library Ever - San Francisco Bay Times

Libraries are vital spaces for LGBTQIA community exploration and expression, providing access to resources that shape identity and activism.

Three years, 23 counties and 6,500 miles: One woman's mission to visit every UK pier

Wendy Maylam's journey reflects the resilience of community landmarks and personal dedication to preserving cultural heritage through her visits to UK pleasure piers.

Abuelas give us the advice they tell their own grandkids

Abuelas play a pivotal role in preserving family values and traditions in Latin American communities, acting as sources of wisdom and guidance.

San Francisco's GLBT Historical Society to have new home in heart of Castro District

The GLBT Historical Society Museum will relocate to a larger space in the Castro District, expanding its capacity to celebrate LGBTQ history.

New York Nico's Very New York Party

Nicolas Heller celebrates small NYC businesses through his new guide, emphasizing their cultural significance and ensuring their stories are preserved.

The Olympics are giving breaking a global stage in Paris. Not everyone is celebrating

Preserving breaking as a lifestyle is more crucial than its Olympic recognition.

Queerest Library Ever - San Francisco Bay Times

Libraries are vital spaces for LGBTQIA community exploration and expression, providing access to resources that shape identity and activism.

Three years, 23 counties and 6,500 miles: One woman's mission to visit every UK pier

Wendy Maylam's journey reflects the resilience of community landmarks and personal dedication to preserving cultural heritage through her visits to UK pleasure piers.
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Chopin Drops a New Single

A rare Chopin manuscript was discovered by Robinson McClellan at the Morgan Library, confirming the authenticity of the piece after scholarly review.
#indigenous-rights

Vanishing act: Panama's Guna people forced to move as the sea swallows their island in pictures

The Guna community is undergoing climate-related relocation due to rising sea levels, facing challenges to their culture and environment.
The emotional connection to their homeland is crucial for the Guna people, despite the relocation necessity.

Their stolen land in Orange County was given back. Now they're ready to heal

Indigenous Californians have regained ownership of ancestral land in Orange County for conservation and cultural use.
The transfer of 6.2 acres to the Acjachemen and Tongva tribes is a significant achievement for the LandBack movement in Southern California.

Sister Dana sez, "How do you honor NATIVE AMERICAN MONTH?" - San Francisco Bay Times

It is essential to recognize the Indigenous lands we inhabit and the ongoing contributions of Native Americans during Native American Heritage Month.

Vanishing act: Panama's Guna people forced to move as the sea swallows their island in pictures

The Guna community is undergoing climate-related relocation due to rising sea levels, facing challenges to their culture and environment.
The emotional connection to their homeland is crucial for the Guna people, despite the relocation necessity.

Their stolen land in Orange County was given back. Now they're ready to heal

Indigenous Californians have regained ownership of ancestral land in Orange County for conservation and cultural use.
The transfer of 6.2 acres to the Acjachemen and Tongva tribes is a significant achievement for the LandBack movement in Southern California.

Sister Dana sez, "How do you honor NATIVE AMERICAN MONTH?" - San Francisco Bay Times

It is essential to recognize the Indigenous lands we inhabit and the ongoing contributions of Native Americans during Native American Heritage Month.
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Scribbles in Hats or the Afterlives of Mediaeval Arabic Documents - Medievalists.net

Medieval Egyptians used scrap paper inside hats, revealing insights into cultural practices and knowledge preservation.

An Indonesian Tribe's Language Gets an Alphabet: Korea's

Cia-Cia, an indigenous language of Indonesia, is being preserved by teaching its speakers to write it using the Korean alphabet, Hangul.

Runes prove Elfdalian is distinct ancient Nordic language, say researchers

Elfdalian is a unique language with ancient roots, currently seeking acknowledgment as a distinct minority language in Sweden.

Architectural Grafting: A Strategy for Sustainable Design

Architectural grafting offers a sustainable method for urban regeneration by integrating new designs with existing structures while honoring their historical significance.
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California city approves development project near Earth's oldest living oak tree

The Jurupa Valley City Council approved a development project close to a 13,000-year-old oak tree, despite concerns over its environmental impact.

Biden's Apology Energizes Push for Truth Commission on Indian Boarding Schools

Biden's apology to Native communities acknowledges the harmful legacy of Indian boarding schools but must be supported by systemic reforms for true healing.

Biden Apologizes for U.S. Abuse of Indian Children, Calling It a Sin on Our Soul'

President Biden formally apologized for the U.S. government's mistreatment of Native American children, marking a significant and overdue acknowledgment of past injustices.

Editorial: Remove the coverings: Native American history should not go into hiding

Federal regulations require museums to block access to objects without descendant consent.
Museums nationwide are scrambling to comply with new rules, leading to removal of exhibits.

California city approves development project near Earth's oldest living oak tree

The Jurupa Valley City Council approved a development project close to a 13,000-year-old oak tree, despite concerns over its environmental impact.

Biden's Apology Energizes Push for Truth Commission on Indian Boarding Schools

Biden's apology to Native communities acknowledges the harmful legacy of Indian boarding schools but must be supported by systemic reforms for true healing.

Biden Apologizes for U.S. Abuse of Indian Children, Calling It a Sin on Our Soul'

President Biden formally apologized for the U.S. government's mistreatment of Native American children, marking a significant and overdue acknowledgment of past injustices.

Editorial: Remove the coverings: Native American history should not go into hiding

Federal regulations require museums to block access to objects without descendant consent.
Museums nationwide are scrambling to comply with new rules, leading to removal of exhibits.
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Plan to charge 5 to enter fire-hit Notre Dame sparks blazing row

The debate over a potential entrance fee to Notre Dame highlights financial challenges in preserving France's religious heritage.

Venice's Day Trip Fee Will Double Next Year - What to Know

Venice is increasing the day trip fee to combat overtourism, highlighting a shift towards sustainable tourism management.

X architects revitalizes UAE heritage house as community center with operable louver skin

BMBK revitalizes a historical house into a community space, blending traditional architecture with modern design elements for longevity and adaptability.

In 1991, Mazda Made a Samsonite Suitcase That You Can Drive Up to 19 mph

Los Angeles utilizes over 90 million plastic balls to protect the Batmobile.

Ukraine's first lady shares history with Harvard - Harvard Gazette

Harvard Library plays a crucial role in preserving Ukrainian history and supporting Ukrainian studies.

How TIME Chose Its Fall 2024 Class of Next Generation Leaders

Nicola Coughlan exemplifies perseverance in acting, reaching a career peak through continuous effort, aligning with the Next Generation Leaders ethos.

3 American roots music institutions could lose longtime East Bay building

The unique experience of searching for music in local stores is irreplaceable compared to online shopping.
#community-development

Bushwick's street artists paint new future amid gentrification

Bushwick's street art scene plays a vital role in preserving local culture amidst gentrification.

Crystal Palace Park to get 5m makeover from National Lottery funds to help save at risk dinosaurs

National Lottery funding will help restore Crystal Palace Park's dinosaur sculptures and enhance visitor experience.
The funding is aimed at boosting cultural engagement and improving local community access to heritage sites.

Bushwick's street artists paint new future amid gentrification

Bushwick's street art scene plays a vital role in preserving local culture amidst gentrification.

Crystal Palace Park to get 5m makeover from National Lottery funds to help save at risk dinosaurs

National Lottery funding will help restore Crystal Palace Park's dinosaur sculptures and enhance visitor experience.
The funding is aimed at boosting cultural engagement and improving local community access to heritage sites.
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How 'SalviSoul,' first Salvadoran cookbook from a major U.S. publisher, came together

The SalviSoul Cookbook is the first U.S. cookbook dedicated to Salvadoran food, aiming to preserve traditional culture through stories and recipes.

ARCHIV3: Poland's Second-Largest Bank Chooses Aleph Zero To Tokenize Historical Art | HackerNoon

Pekao S.A. tokenizes Polish artworks on the Aleph Zero blockchain, ensuring cultural preservation and modernizing banking services.

Will exploratory lithium mining continue near a sacred hot spring? - High Country News

Ha'Kamwe' is culturally significant to the Hualapai Nation, but lithium mining threatens its peace and religious practices.
The tribe has initiated legal action to protect their sacred land from mining operations.

Growing a word forest': the Kenyan teacher trying to save her language from extinction

Juliana Loshiro is dedicated to preserving the endangered Yaakunte language and its cultural significance for the Yaaku people through teaching.
#archaeology

3D Scans Help Preserve History, But Who Should Own Them?

Google Arts & Culture aims to preserve archaeological sites through 3D imaging, sparking debate over digital ownership and the implications of 'digital colonialism.'

Catching Fish with Ancient Archaeology and Ocean Tides

Archaeology is both exciting and adventurous, offering insights into ancient humans through innovative approaches.

3D Scans Help Preserve History, But Who Should Own Them?

Google Arts & Culture aims to preserve archaeological sites through 3D imaging, sparking debate over digital ownership and the implications of 'digital colonialism.'

Catching Fish with Ancient Archaeology and Ocean Tides

Archaeology is both exciting and adventurous, offering insights into ancient humans through innovative approaches.
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How do you describe a sacred site without describing it? - High Country News

The article highlights the ethical dilemmas faced by Indigenous journalists in balancing public interest with the protection of sacred sites.

President Volodymyr Zelensky visits New York's Ukrainian Museum, calls for 'the decolonisation of Ukrainian art'

Zelensky underscores the significance of preserving Ukrainian culture by combating Russian cultural appropriation at the Ukrainian Museum in New York.

In New Orleans, a Black Beach' Is Being Rescued From the Ruins

Lincoln Beach served as a vital cultural site for Black New Orleanians during segregation, now seeking revitalization after years of neglect.

The View From Seoul: Korean poster design has a unique visual language - so why is it disappearing?

Korean poster design faces decline despite talented designers and rich cultural history.

The biggest threats to heritage sites worldwide? War, urbanisation, tourism, climate change and lack of funding

Climate change and urbanization are the primary threats to heritage sites, according to the World Monuments Fund's research. Effective action is imperative.

Dozens of blue plaques are missing in London and English Heritage wants public's help to find them

English Heritage aims to rediscover 50 missing blue plaques across London commemorating notable figures, underscoring the importance of preserving historical heritage.

Indonesia puts moratorium on new Bali hotels amid overtourism fears

Indonesia suspends new hotel construction in Bali to address overdevelopment and strain on local resources.

Congress to consider national heritage area designation for Willamette Falls and landings

The first National Heritage Area in Oregon may be designated in 2025, marking a significant achievement for local heritage preservation efforts.
from www.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The boomerang is returning': life in Russia's town with Ukrainian roots where Kyiv is now in charge

Ukrainian historians are documenting and resisting historical erasure in recently occupied regions during the ongoing conflict with Russia.

These Alaska moms couldn't find a Yup'ik children's book. So they made one themselves

Nikki Corbett created a Yup'ik alphabet coloring book to help teach her children the language due to a lack of existing resources.

There's a Vintage Train Hiding on This Hawaiian Island - and It Takes You Along a Stunning Coastline

The Hawaiian Railway Society offers scenic train rides that preserve Oahu's railway history and provide a leisurely way to explore the island.

CUNY Brooklyn scholars awarded NEH grants for preservation and research

Three Brooklyn-based CUNY projects received National Endowment for the Humanities grants for preserving cultural heritage and advancing historical research.
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The American Football House is now available to rent on Airbnb

American Football House, a historic landmark for indie rock, is now available on Airbnb as a creative retreat after being saved from developers.

American Football House Available to Rent on AirBnB

American Football opens their iconic house on Airbnb to preserve its legacy and inspire creativity in their community.
The band created a comprehensive website to facilitate events and artist stays at the historic house.

The American Football House is now available to rent on Airbnb

American Football House, a historic landmark for indie rock, is now available on Airbnb as a creative retreat after being saved from developers.

American Football House Available to Rent on AirBnB

American Football opens their iconic house on Airbnb to preserve its legacy and inspire creativity in their community.
The band created a comprehensive website to facilitate events and artist stays at the historic house.
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Indigenous and Black people tell their seafaring stories at the Mystic Seaport Museum

The "Entwined" exhibition at Mystic Seaport Museum highlights Indigenous and African maritime histories often neglected in American narratives.

The fight to save the last pieces of the historic Japanese fishing village on Terminal Island

The Japanese American fishing community on Terminal Island is fighting to preserve two historic buildings threatened by demolition.

Indigenous creators are clashing with YouTube's and Instagram's sensitive content bans

Censorship from social media platforms threatens the preservation of Indigenous cultures and limits their expression in a digital world.
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3 months ago

Light in the Attic Announces New Ukrainian Music Compilation, Shares Archival Songs

The compilation 'Even the Forest Hums' highlights the significance of Ukrainian music pre- and post-Soviet Union, enriched by historical context and social impact.

Museum restoration in Snowdonia will put slate back at centre of Welsh history

The National Slate Museum is being revitalized to celebrate and educate about the historical significance of the slate industry in Wales.

This must be West Adams

West Adams is a historically significant neighborhood in South L.A., currently experiencing a blend of preservation efforts amid modern development pressures.
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3 months ago

My Dear Kabul review inspirational resilience in an Afghan women's writing group

In the face of adversity, Afghan women used writing to preserve their voices and stories amidst Taliban rule.
#heritage-preservation

The last Gullah sermon? End of an era looms for endangered language

Preserving Gullah language and culture through Gullah readings in AME church services is crucial for retaining heritage and identity.

line+ revives cliffside ancient rammed-earth village in china introducing songyang art hotel

line+ revitalizes ancient village with Stray Birds Art Hotel, balancing heritage and modern design.

The last Gullah sermon? End of an era looms for endangered language

Preserving Gullah language and culture through Gullah readings in AME church services is crucial for retaining heritage and identity.

line+ revives cliffside ancient rammed-earth village in china introducing songyang art hotel

line+ revitalizes ancient village with Stray Birds Art Hotel, balancing heritage and modern design.
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3 months ago

This gorgeous new film made with OpenAI's Sora shows how AI can go beyond cultural appropriation

Using AI for cultural preservation over appropriation.

Private museum showcasing Jewish history in Berlin at risk DW 07/28/2024

The Mendelssohn-Remise in Berlin commemorates the notable Mendelssohn family's contributions to Germany's intellectual, economic, and cultural life, facing challenges due to rent increase and possible termination threats.

'It's our stories that ground us to home' - High Country News

Filipinos in Alaska face challenges in preserving their community stories and history but are dedicated to sharing them authentically.

Ukraine defends its cultural heritage under Putin's bombs and attempts to reframe history

Ukrainian museums protect heritage from Russian forces by evacuating art treasures in high-risk missions.

The Price of Salmon: History of Chinese Americans in the Salmon Canning Industry

The Chiao brothers are retired professionals dedicated to promoting the history of Chinese Americans in the salmon canning industry.

syn architects' burlap and wood pavilion evokes najdi architecture at concentrico 10

Reimagining the traditional courtyard house typology for public spaces, syn architects' Open Segments blends Najdi architecture with contemporary elements, fostering communal interactions while preserving cultural essence.

5 spring cookbooks to freshen up your cooking in 2024

New spring cookbooks offer fresh, healthful, and delightful meal ideas to brighten routines.

The origin of all things: Kyotographie 2024 a photo essay

Kyotographie festival in Kyoto blends past and present with 13 unique exhibitions, including 'The Yanomami Struggle' highlighting the source of life and ongoing conflicts.

Building Oakland, Making an Impact - San Francisco Bay Times

Support for Oakland's development for housing, jobs, and business opportunities is vital.
Recognition and revitalization efforts in the Black Arts Movement and Business District are significant for the city.

weaving poems gives voice to women carpet artisans of bamiyan at design doha

Weaving Poems exhibition highlights Afghan artisanal heritage in Bamiyan region through centuries-old traditions of hand carpet weaving.
The exhibition transforms a future theatre space into a contemplative workshop offering a multisensorial experience for visitors.
#yurok-tribe

California tribe that lost 90% of land during Gold Rush to get site to serve as gateway to redwoods

The Yurok Tribe is reclaiming a slice of their land taken during the Gold Rush to serve as a gateway to Redwood National and State Parks.
The Yurok Tribe will manage tribal land with the National Park Service under a historic memorandum of understanding.

Northern California tribe that lost 90% of land during Gold Rush to get site to serve as gateway to redwoods

Yurok Tribe reclaiming land for cultural preservation and tourism
Historic agreement with National Park Service for tribal land management

California tribe that lost 90% of land during Gold Rush to get site to serve as gateway to redwoods

The Yurok Tribe is reclaiming a slice of their land taken during the Gold Rush to serve as a gateway to Redwood National and State Parks.
The Yurok Tribe will manage tribal land with the National Park Service under a historic memorandum of understanding.

Northern California tribe that lost 90% of land during Gold Rush to get site to serve as gateway to redwoods

Yurok Tribe reclaiming land for cultural preservation and tourism
Historic agreement with National Park Service for tribal land management
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#unesco

Berlin techno listed as Intangible Cultural Heritage DW 03/13/2024

UNESCO adds Berlin's techno scene to Intangible Cultural Heritage list
Designation aims to preserve cultural traditions

Berlin techno added to UNESCO cultural heritage list DW 03/13/2024

UNESCO adds Berlin techno scene to intangible cultural heritage list
Intangible cultural heritage includes cultural forms passed through generations

Berlin techno listed as Intangible Cultural Heritage DW 03/13/2024

UNESCO adds Berlin's techno scene to Intangible Cultural Heritage list
Designation aims to preserve cultural traditions

Berlin techno added to UNESCO cultural heritage list DW 03/13/2024

UNESCO adds Berlin techno scene to intangible cultural heritage list
Intangible cultural heritage includes cultural forms passed through generations
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Museum of Chinese in America Names New Leader

The Museum of Chinese in America in Manhattan has faced challenges, including a fire, legal issues, and community distrust. Michael Lee is the new director focused on reconnecting with the local community.

Hollywood A-list directors band together to save historic LA theater

A-list Hollywood directors become new caretakers of historic movie theater
Directors aim to preserve theater as a cultural hub

Electric Brixton: Famous gig venue given protected status to safeguard future

The Electric Brixton has been granted protected status as an Asset of Community Value by Lambeth Council to safeguard its future.
The venue has a rich history of over 100 years, transitioning from a cinema to a nightclub to a gig venue hosting various iconic acts.

Little by little, the truth is being discovered': the archive rescuing China's forbidden films

China's film festival scene declined under Xi Jinping's leadership.
Newcastle University houses the world's largest publicly accessible archive of independent Chinese films.

Why the fight to preserve Bay Area movie palaces has become cultural history vs. new housing

Historic theaters in the Bay Area are being considered for transformation into housing to address the housing crisis.
Cinephiles and preservation advocates argue that preserving these theaters is important for maintaining cultural touchstones in the region.

Remote Amazon Tribe Finally Gets Internet, Gets Hooked on Porn and Social Media

The introduction of internet to the Marubo tribe through Starlink has led to a shift in behavior, impacting their cultural traditions and social dynamics.

Queen Sonja of Norway calls art a 'unifying force in turbulent times'

Art serves as a unifying force in times of political polarization; culture and open communication are crucial in turbulent times.

Yao-Hakka Yard / YXDesigners

Yao-Hakka Yard integrates traditional and contemporary elements to commemorate architectural traditions and blend with local villages.

wutopia lab's emerald screen pergola meanders through china's flowering forests

Honoring classical Chinese garden architecture with a modern twist.

The Roads of Ancient Rome Visualized in the Style of Modern Subway Maps

Sasha Trubetskoy created a detailed subway-style diagram of major Roman roads, depicting the Empire circa 125 AD with historical accuracy.
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