cultural heritage
Aram I criticizes a 2025 Vatican conference on Azerbaijan for excluding Armenian voices, citing historical bias and Artsakh displacement.
“Monument Watch,” an Armenian cultural heritage monitoring project, has issued an alert regarding an international conference in the Vatican allegedly aimed at misrepresenting Armenian monuments in Azerbaijan as Caucasian Albanian, sparking concern and calls for intervention.
Public hearings in Akunk, Armenia, reveal procedural violations and environmental damage concerns surrounding the Gagik Tsarukyan Foundation’s Jesus statue project.
Public hearings are scheduled in Akunk, Armenia, for a monumental Jesus statue project by the Gagik Tsarukyan Foundation, raising environmental and cultural heritage concerns.
New research reveals the aroma of ancient Egyptian mummies, providing insights into mummification practices and materials.
Photos circulating online in February 2025 reveal that the Azerbaijani side has vandalized the Tsitsernavank altar. The images show the destruction of the holy table and cross within the sanctuary. This is not the first instance of vandalism against Tsitsernavank; the temple itself was desecrated and damaged in 2023. This pattern is a disturbing trend,…
Azerbaijan, continuing its aggressive policy aimed at the destruction of Armenian cultural heritage, has this time targeted the village of Mariamadzor in the Hadrut region of Artsakh. A photograph of the village, published on February 4th, testifies to the near-complete devastation of the settlement. This fact once again underscores that Armenian cultural heritage in Artsakh…
The Europa Nostra organization has included Arakelots Monastery and its surrounding settlement in Tavush, Armenia, in its list of Europe’s 14 most endangered heritage sites. This recognition highlights the urgent need for awareness and preservation efforts as the 13th-century monastic complex faces significant threats due to its location near the Armenia-Azerbaijan border. The Arakelots Monastery,…
The recent emphasis by the Iranian Embassy in Armenia on the figure of Anahit, a prominent deity in Armenian mythology, serves as a potent reminder of the deep and enduring cultural ties that bind Armenia and Iran. More than a mere historical footnote, Anahit embodies shared values and narratives that continue to resonate in the…
Sahag-Mesrob Armenian Christian School’s destruction in the recent Los Angeles wildfires has had a profound impact on the Armenian community, marking the loss not only of a building but also of a vital institution of cultural preservation. This school, a cornerstone of Armenian education in California, had long served as a bridge connecting diaspora generations…
On January 3, 2025, the Matenadaran, Armenia’s esteemed repository of ancient manuscripts, hosted a poignant ceremony honoring the dedicated individuals involved in the “Meknark” program. This event, held in conjunction with a concert dedicated to the “Preservation and Promotion of Nagorno-Karabakh’s Written Heritage,” served as a powerful testament to the intersection of artistic expression and…
The History Museum of Armenia is set to reopen its exhibition titled “The Armenian Kingdom of Cilicia: By the Grace of God” on December 26, offering visitors a unique glimpse into the illustrious history of the Armenian Kingdom of Cilicia. According to the Ministry of ESCS, the exhibition will cover the period of the Armenian…
On January 9, the documentary “I Will Take Revenge on the World Through Love – S. Parajanov,” directed by Zara Dzhyan, will premiere in Yerevan to mark the birthday of Sergei Parajanov. The global premiere of the film took place at the Venice International Film Festival, marking a historic return of the Armenian flag and…
The Armenian Ministry of Education, Science, Culture, and Sports (MoESCS) has granted monument status to 15 historical and cultural structures located in Yerevan and various provinces of the country. This decision was made during the fifth session of the ministry’s Expert Commission this year and includes both local and national heritage sites. In Yerevan, local…
The Armenian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has initiated an international conference dedicated to the 70th anniversary of the 1954 Hague Convention on the Protection of Cultural Property in Armed Conflict. This event underscores Armenia’s commitment to preserving cultural heritage and bolsters its candidacy for membership in the UNESCO World Heritage Committee. The government has allocated…
