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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Weekend features exhibitions at museums, theater, and fairs in Campo Grande; see the schedule

Campo Grande will host a culturally rich weekend featuring the reopening of theaters and a new photography exhibition.

Feb 27 • 13:13 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Exhibitions in March: What is happening where

An overview of various exhibitions taking place in different museums across Germany in March.

Feb 27 • 11:46 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Recycled castles as hotels, secret restaurants, and discreet museums in Ascoli Piceno

This article explores the hidden gems of Ascoli Piceno, Italy, including unique accommodations, dining options, and museums that are off the beaten path.

Feb 27 • 06:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

United Kingdom: Will the major British museums charge admission fees in the future?

British museums in London, historically free to the public, may soon start charging admission fees due to financial pressures.

Feb 26 • 16:01 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Athens: March with free guided tours in museums and archaeological sites

The Municipality of Athens is offering free guided tours of historical and archaeological sites and museums throughout March.

Feb 26 • 09:22 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Small Museums: When Moths Eat the Exhibits

A discussion on the struggles faced by small museums in Germany due to lack of funding, space, and poor storage conditions, highlighted by the deterioration of an exhibit at the Dachau District Museum.

Feb 25 • 13:04 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

New Louvre Director Appointed from Versailles

Christophe Leribault, the current head of the Palace of Versailles, has been appointed as the new director of the Louvre Museum in Paris following Laurence des Cars' resignation amidst various scandals.

Feb 25 • 11:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

6.3 Million Visitors: Record Year for State Museums in Bavaria

Bavaria's state museums welcomed 6.3 million visitors in 2025, marking a record year amid ongoing societal uncertainties.

Feb 25 • 07:53 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

6.3 Million Visitors: Record Year for State Museums in Bavaria

In 2025, state museums in Bavaria experienced a record year with 6.3 million visitors, showing a continued interest in art, history, and technology amid challenging times.

Feb 25 • 07:53 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

The president of the Palace of Versailles Christophe Leribault is expected to head the Louvre

Christophe Leribault, current president of the Palace of Versailles, is likely to be appointed as the head of the Louvre following the resignation of Laurence des Cars.

Feb 25 • 07:45 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Space Ship, Tribute to Obama, and Other Marvels Worth Billions: Museums Opening in 2026

The article discusses the opening of several significant museums around the world in 2026, highlighting their architectural grandeur and cultural importance.

Feb 25 • 04:59 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

1.5 billion royal treasures stolen and leaking Louvre... will changing the museum director make a difference?

The director of the Louvre Museum has resigned following a significant theft of royal jewelry, exposing severe security flaws at one of the world's most visited museums.

Feb 25 • 02:38 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Nothing about us without us! Researcher Elīna Vikmane on the voice of Generation Z in museum activities

Elīna Vikmane argues for the necessity of involving young people as content creators in museums, emphasizing the importance of their input in shaping museum narratives.

Feb 24 • 11:33 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

Venice Biennale, Reina Sofía and MASP: the Argentinians shaping the international agenda in 2026

In 2026, Argentine art is making a significant impact on the international circuit through various biennales, museums, galleries, and cultural centers around the world.

Feb 22 • 11:01 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

THE HOUSE WHERE... Tõnisson, Laidoner, Under and others lived

The article discusses how memorial plaques and museums commemorate significant figures in Estonian history, highlighting their homes as symbols of national culture and heritage.

Feb 22 • 09:55 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Spanish artists and gallery owners demand a reduction in cultural VAT with a "sit-in" in various museums

Spanish artists and gallery owners staged a sit-in at various museums to demand a reduction in cultural VAT after perceived governmental inaction on the issue.

Feb 20 • 21:34 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Gulag Museum in Moscow to be transformed into museum dedicated to Nazi crimes

The Gulag History Museum in Moscow will be renovated to focus on the victims of Soviet genocide and the various stages of Nazi war crimes.

Feb 20 • 15:20 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

BACKGROUND ⟩ Soldiers with Scissors Go for a Second Round Every Two Weeks

An exhibition at the Haapsalu beach museum showcases a camouflage net created for an anniversary event, illustrating ongoing cultural and artistic efforts linked to military themes.

Feb 20 • 14:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Dorothy Iannone, the woman who turned tarot and cookbooks into art worthy of being in museums

The article discusses the life and work of artist Dorothy Iannone, highlighting her first major exhibition in Spain at the CA2M museum.

Feb 20 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Game simulating museum thefts to discuss the repatriation of artworks

The new South African video game 'Relooted' involves players stealing from Western museums to return African artifacts to their countries of origin, sparking discussions about art repatriation.

Feb 19 • 14:34 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

The label as a work of art: wineries turned their bottles into small portable museums

Wine labels have evolved into canvases for contemporary art, with wineries collaborating with artists to create unique designs that appeal to collectors.

Feb 19 • 13:00 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Ukraine's Culture Ministry introduces evacuation of museums within 50 km of front

Ukraine's Culture Ministry has mandated the evacuation of museum exhibits from areas close to the front lines amid ongoing conflict.

Feb 19 • 10:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Louvre says fraud is 'inevitable' in large museums and France investigates million-dollar scheme

The Louvre Museum acknowledges that fraud is statistically unavoidable in major institutions following an alleged ticket embezzlement scheme that could have resulted in over 10 million euros in losses over a decade.

Feb 18 • 13:40 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Radio News (18.02.2026 15:00:00)

The radio news includes updates on various sports events and cultural institutions in Estonia.

Feb 18 • 13:25 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Radio News (February 18, 2026, 12:00 PM)

The news broadcast covers updates on various current events including a report on Russia limiting airstrikes due to fears related to Trump's anger and highlights sporting events.

Feb 18 • 10:20 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"The most beautiful showcase of our know-how": how Paris, its museums, and luxury brands have become the laboratory of Snapchat's augmented reality

Paris, its museums, and luxury brands are integrating Snapchat's augmented reality technologies to enhance visitor experiences, notably at the Louvre.

Feb 18 • 05:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Six reasons for and against going to the museum with your children

The article discusses the pros and cons of visiting museums with children, weighing cultural experiences against potential boredom for kids.

Feb 18 • 04:30 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Counting last year's chicks! A grand selection of cultural events for students

The article highlights the impact of the 'Latvian School Bag' program, illustrating how it enriches students' cultural education by connecting them with museums and cinema in Latvia.

Feb 18 • 02:47 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The City transforms the oldest warehouse of the Riachuelo into a museum about port history

Buenos Aires is set to open a new museum this July, reclaiming the historical Barraca Peña to illuminate the port activities of the 19th century.

Feb 17 • 19:48 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Current Camera at 18:30

A live news broadcast covering various topics including drone attacks in Ukraine and issues faced by schools visiting museums.

Feb 17 • 17:12 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The museum bookings for school groups have significantly decreased

Spring bookings for school group visits to museums in Estonia have notably declined this year due to teachers' uncertainty about funding rules for educational trips.

Feb 17 • 15:35 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Current Affairs Camera at 5:00 PM

The news segment covers various important updates including Ukraine's drone attack on an oil facility, Olympic Big Air tricks, and challenges faced by museums in attracting schools.

Feb 17 • 15:28 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Museums: schools no longer dare to come to museums

Schools in Estonia are increasingly hesitant to visit museums due to unclear funding regulations from the Ministry of Education.

Feb 17 • 14:18 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Exhibition on George Washington: Judge: Trump Administration Must Allow References to Slavery

A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration cannot obscure historical truths about George Washington's slaveholding past, emphasizing the need for transparency in a Philadelphia exhibition.

Feb 17 • 07:10 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Calgarians celebrate Family Day by getting in touch with history

Calgarians marked Family Day by participating in various historical activities and events, aiming to strengthen family connections through learning.

Feb 17 • 01:32 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

In the past year, 68 percent of Estonians visited museums

A recent study shows that 68% of Estonians visited museums or experience centers in the last year, with many making their first visit.

Feb 16 • 09:04 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

68 percent of Estonian residents visited a museum last year

According to a recent study, 68% of Estonians visited a museum or experience center in the last year, with many visitors experiencing their first museum visit.

Feb 16 • 05:10 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

The Mission of Museums – Save Cultural Heritage in the Event of War

Museums in Norrköping are preparing to evacuate essential cultural artifacts and artworks in response to potential conflicts, emphasizing the importance of cultural heritage.

Feb 16 • 04:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Photos: The face-less resistance. The Taliban transformed the Museum of Jihad in their own image

The article discusses how the Taliban has altered the Museum of Jihad to reflect its ideology and narrative.

Feb 14 • 11:50 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Raņs and Aspazija's pet names on Valentine's Day - a date at the museums of both poets

On Valentine's Day, the museums of poets Raņs and Aspazija in Riga and Jūrmala offer a unique opportunity for visitors to immerse themselves in the poets' world.

Feb 14 • 05:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Life & Tech

Valentine’s Day at the museum: when love is a masterpiece

Valentine’s Day is celebrated with themed visits, special openings, and evening events at museums in cities like New York and Rome.

Feb 14 • 05:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Museums in São Paulo offer free programming for Carnival

São Paulo museums and cultural centers are providing special activities for families to celebrate Carnival away from street blocs, featuring music, educational activities, and events for children.

Feb 13 • 02:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

This year's Museum Mice winners have been announced

The winners of this year's Museum Mice awards were announced in Rakvere, Estonia, on February 12, recognizing the best in nine categories related to museums.

Feb 12 • 19:26 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The Winners of Museum Rots Have Been Announced

The winners of the Estonian Museum Awards were announced on February 12 in Rakvere, honoring outstanding contributions to the preservation and presentation of Estonia's cultural heritage.

Feb 12 • 18:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Manuel Borja-Villel: 'The current museum is based on violence and precarity'

Former Reina Sofía director Manuel Borja-Villel critiques the expansion of museums and calls for improvements in labor conditions and the restitution of artworks in his recent report.

Feb 12 • 16:23 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Live at 19: Museum Rat Awards Ceremony at Ukuaru Music House

The Museum Rat Awards Ceremony will take place on February 12 in Rakvere, Estonia, recognizing the achievements of museums over the past year.

Feb 12 • 07:46 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Manuel Borja-Villel: "The current museum is based on violence and precariousness"

Former Reina Sofía director Manuel Borja-Villel critiques the current museum model's reliance on violence and precarious situations while calling for structural changes in public museum operations in Catalonia.

Feb 12 • 04:30 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Cambridge University Museum Set to Return Benin Bronzes to Nigeria

A museum at Cambridge University is set to return approximately 100 Benin bronzes to Nigeria as part of a restitution initiative following a formal request by Nigeria's National Commission for Museums and Monuments.

Feb 11 • 04:51 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

For a more literary Rome: five essential houses in the eternal city

The article highlights five literary homes in Rome that have been converted into museums, showcasing the lives of famous writers who lived there.

Feb 11 • 04:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Saudi Arabia Tightens the Tap on Petrodollars. Bad News for Museums in Europe

Saudi Arabia is reportedly scaling back its financial support for cultural institutions in Europe, which had benefited from the kingdom's investment in the arts in recent years.

Feb 10 • 11:30 UTC

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