On Monday, the world lost a Nobelist, a renowned pioneer in biochemistry, and the Albanian-American community one of its beloved members: Dr. Ferid Murad. He was 86. On behalf of everyone at the Institute and our community, we send Ferid’s loved ones our deepest condolences.
We’re delighted to announce our newest advisory board members: Ana Golja, actress and singer, and Marki Shkreli, celebrity hair stylist and hairdresser, to our Board of Advisors.
Ritual and Memory presents works from the Neolithic Period through the Iron Age. Showcasing ritual objects used by men and women, warriors and wives, kings and farmers, in celebrations and in funerals, the exhibition invites us to consider beliefs, ritual practices, and community organization in the ancient civilizations of the Balkan region.
Found in Kosova, this stela dates to approximately 500-100 B.C., depicts a funerary scene, a woman leads a procession followed by a man’s coffin — perhaps they were husband and wife — and a group of mourners.
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Xhubleta is a handcrafted garment worn by Albanian highland women and girls in Northern Albania, part of the Albanian traditional costume.
An evening of Arbëreshë musical explorations, cultural identity, epic songs and tradition with Nicola Scaldaferri.
