The bombings by the U.S. and Israel on Iran damage architectural jewels of world heritage
U.S. and Israeli bombings in Iran have reportedly damaged historical sites and museums, sparking concerns over cultural heritage loss.
Ametista do Sul transforms old mines into tourist attractions and receives visitors from Brazil and abroad
Ametista do Sul, located in northern Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, has transformed old amethyst mines into tourist attractions, featuring restaurants, museums, and heated pools that attract visitors domestically and internationally.
World Poetry Day is celebrated in museums, bars, cultural centers, and pulperías
World Poetry Day is celebrated across various venues in Argentina, aiming to promote linguistic diversity and the art of poetry.
“Move Aside, Louvre” - The National Museum of Korea Attracts 6.5 Million Visitors Annually
The National Museum of Korea, through innovative communication strategies by curators, has seen a surge in visitor numbers, rivalling major international museums like the Louvre.
Three Swiss museums will return 28 bronzes from the Kingdom of Benin to Nigeria
Three Swiss museums plan to return 28 bronze artifacts from the Kingdom of Benin to Nigeria as part of a broader initiative to repatriate looted cultural heritage.
Music museum in Roskilde changes name
The Ragnarok Museum in Roskilde, dedicated to Danish music history, is rebranding itself as the Rock Museum to better reflect its focus.
Exhibition on the Stations of the Cross of Christ is featured at the Museum of Sacred Art of Maranhão; learn how to visit
The Museum of Sacred Art of Maranhão hosts an exhibition titled '15 Stations of the Via Crucis of Jesus Christ' from March 23 to 28.
Castle and Museum of the '900, ticket doubles to 10 euros
Entry fees for several museums in Milan are set to rise, with tickets for the Sforza Castle Museums and the Museum of the 20th Century increasing to 10 euros beginning May 10.
From Detail Hunting to Mood. Explore the Art of Sketching!
A creative project encourages sharing sketches and ideas, promoting exploration of art in museums and nature.
Museums, social networks, microspaces, and book fairs: the new scenarios of critical thinking
The article discusses the evolution of intellectual debates in Argentina, contrasting past discussions among intellectuals during the dictatorship with today's rapid digital interactions.
Dark Shadows of Vehicle Tax Looming Over the Vintage Machinery Shelter
The leaders of the vintage machinery shelter in Järva-Jaani, Estonia, are concerned about the financial burden of the upcoming vehicle tax for their collection of nearly 600 exhibits.
27,000 students in Quito already have preferential cards for access to transportation, museums, and libraries in the capital
27,000 students in Quito have received preferential cards that will allow free access to public transportation, museums, and libraries in the city.
Valentant Schmidt: The man who wants to make museums more attractive through artificial intelligence
Valentant Schmidt, co-founder of the app Ask Mona, discusses how artificial intelligence can transform cultural experiences in museums to make them more accessible and engaging for the public.
The architectural competition for the Tallinn Museum's common storage facility was won by the design 'Insight'
The architectural competition for the common storage facility of Tallinn museums has been won by the design 'Insight' by Kavakava OÜ.
In Tunisia, an end of Ramadan between breaking fast and cultural evenings
The end of Ramadan in Tunisia this year is marked by cultural outings and night openings of museums to encourage citizens to engage with their heritage.
National Museum highlights Dufuna Canoe, Lugard Bridge as key heritage sites
The National Commission for Museums and Monuments has highlighted the Dufuna Canoe and Lord Lugard Bridge as significant heritage sites in Nigeria.
Museums, exhibitions, creativity at home, or why children need art?
The article discusses the importance of exposing children to art and cultural events, highlighting a recent family visit to an art exhibition.
Art patron Francesca Thyssen-Bornemisza: "Protecting Ukraine and its culture is about Europe's future"
Francesca Thyssen-Bornemisza emphasizes the importance of safeguarding Ukrainian culture for the future of Europe, highlighted by her support for Ukrainian artists amid the ongoing conflict.
The museums of Lyon targeted by a cyber attack, their online ticketing inaccessible
Lyon's municipal museums are facing online ticketing issues following a cyber attack that has rendered their ticket sales system inoperable.
Heritage 'paying the price' as Nova Scotia budget shuts down 12 museums
Nova Scotia's budget cuts lead to the closure of 12 museums, igniting public outrage over the loss of cultural heritage.
Italy has purchased a Caravaggio painting for 30 million euros
Italy has acquired a Caravaggio portrait of Monsignor Maffeo Barberini for €30 million to enhance the collection of the Barberini Museum in Rome.
The Old Town in the Running for Prestigious Award
The Old Town in Aarhus has been nominated for the European Museum of the Year Award, one of Europe's most prestigious museum honors.
The Vatican Museums unveil an unpublished 'Redeemer' by El Greco hidden behind a forgery
The Vatican Museums will showcase a previously hidden painting, 'The Redeemer,' by El Greco, restored after decades under a forgery.
Romans Suta 'Still Life with a Triangle'. Daily Tasks for Young Researchers
A creative project inviting children to share their artworks related to various themes, inspired by the artist Romans Suta.
Daniel Canogar recommends three books to go beyond the obvious and break stereotypes
Daniel Canogar suggests three books that challenge conventional perspectives and encourage deeper understanding, focusing on art and culture.
Catalan museums recognize artists born between 1920 and 1950 on the eve of International Women's Day
Catalan museums are honoring female artists born between 1920 and 1950 in a ceremony organized before International Women's Day.
Painting Silent Nature! A Daily Activity for Kids
The article promotes a month-long initiative encouraging children to explore art and museums through daily creative activities.
Culture at the Gulf: Under Black Smoke
The US and Israel's attack on Iran has destabilized the cultural scene in the Gulf, impacting museums, galleries, and art fairs.
10,000 artworks will be moved, and the Glyptoteket will remain closed for several years
The Ny Carlsberg Glyptoteket will undergo extensive renovations, requiring the relocation of 10,000 artworks including Egyptian mummies, and will remain closed for six years.
Introduction of 'Dual Pricing' for Visitors to Japan's National Museums
The Japanese government plans to introduce a dual pricing system for national museums and art galleries, imposing pressure on them to increase self-generated revenue amid calls for budget cuts.
Ancient Egypt, the new museum inaugurated with 330 works
A new exhibition featuring 330 works, including mummies and artifacts from Ancient Egypt, has opened at the Castello Sforzesco in Milan.
Isobel Hadley-Kamptz: We Must Stop Treating Cultural Heritage as a Business
Isobel Hadley-Kamptz argues that the rising rents imposed by the state are jeopardizing the operations of universities and museums in Sweden.
The museums have protested loudly. Now the ruckus will be investigated
Several museums in Denmark are vocally protesting the requirement to pay taxes, leading the Minister of Taxation to announce an investigation into the system.
The museums have protested loudly. Now the issue of the sudden tax will be examined
Danish museums are protesting against being required to pay taxes, prompting the Minister of Taxation to announce an examination of the system.
The Tsitsanis Museum is competing for the "European Museum of the Year 2026" award
The Tsitsanis Museum in Trikala, Greece, is nominated for the European Museum of the Year Award 2026, being the sole Greek candidate among 35 European museums.
Birgitta Rubin: 30 Years of Crisis at the World Culture Museums Must Be Resolved Sensibly
A call for sensible solutions to the long-standing crises at Sweden's World Culture Museums amid proposed contract terminations.
The Debate | Should Museums Limit the Number of Visitors?
The article discusses whether museums should limit visitor numbers to enhance the quality of the experience amidst rising mass tourism.
Trump wants to purge US history of ‘woke’ agenda – media
Trump's administration is reportedly working to eliminate 'anti-American' themes from national parks and museums according to leaked documents.
Museums in Paris and Berlin in Decline: The Louvre is Wearing Out
The Louvre, the world's most-visited museum, faces a severe crisis due to financial mismanagement and inadequate security, reflecting broader issues in major Berlin museums as well.
Conducting a choir, boarding a train, and touching art. Searching for child-friendly museums
The article discusses the need for child-friendly experiences in museums in Latvia, outlining initial criteria researched to identify suitable museums for families.
Forms and Triple Work: Bureaucratic Procedures Hinder Museums' Direct Work
The article discusses how bureaucratic procedures at museums complicate simple tasks such as purchasing books, involving multiple steps and personnel.
Forms and Triple Work: Bureaucratic Procedures Hinder Museums' Direct Operations
Bureaucratic procedures in Latvia's museums complicate processes such as purchasing books at museum prices, leading to frustration from both customers and museum staff.
Museum finds painting by Dutch painter Rembrandt that had been missing for 65 years
The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam has announced the recovery of a Rembrandt painting, 'Vision of Zacharias in the Temple,' which had been missing for 65 years and confirmed as genuine using advanced technology.
Rental Shock Awaits - Museums Threatened with Closure
A proposed 57% rent increase by Statens fastighetsverk has put the Etnographic Museum and other museums in Stockholm at risk of closure.
May be forced to close museums after rent shock
Two museums in Stockholm are facing potential closure due to sharply increased rents.
Louvre's director resigns due to the famous jewelry theft
Laurence Des Cars, the director of the Louvre Museum, has resigned following the theft of France's crown jewels from one of the world's most visited museums.
Largest art museum in Latin America expands boundaries and exhibits works alongside geological formations 180 million years old, in Paraná
The Oscar Niemeyer Museum has opened an exhibition featuring contemporary art works set against ancient geological formations in the state of Paraná, Brazil.
“These works are paintings just like my canvases”: Miquel Barceló transforms newspapers into art for EL PAÍS
Miquel Barceló creatively transforms newspapers into art pieces, showcasing his works at EL PAÍS's stand during Arco, coinciding with the newspaper's 50th anniversary.
The Parable of Growing Museums
The article discusses how art centers from New York to Bilbao are expanding to maintain relevance and attract more visitors, despite significant material and symbolic costs.
Art Moves to the Persian Gulf
The Persian Gulf region is emerging as a dynamic hub for art, attracting artists and curators, including many from Spain, despite its lack of freedoms.