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Armed looters and violence putting Egypt's heritage at risk of being 'lost forever'
BY Tom Anstey | 29 Jul 2014
Egypt’s heritage sector is in disarray following revolution and the collapse of the country’s government in 2011, with armed gangs, looters and general destruction placing the country’s rich cultural history in peril, according to an eminent academic.
UNESCO raises concerns about Irish heritage site being used for new Star Wars film
BY Tom Anstey | 29 Jul 2014
UNESCO has enquired about appropriate authorisation for the use of World Heritage site Skellig Michael as a film set for the latest instalment in the Star Wars franchise.
Ellensburg US$80m waterpark and hotel plans finally off the ground as funding is secured
BY Tom Anstey | 29 Jul 2014
After nearly a decade of delays, plans for a waterpark in Ellensburg, Washington, US, look finally set to go ahead, with developers saying that construction should begin in a matter of months.
Jetty bridge to UNESCO's Mont Saint Michel now open
BY Katie Buckley | 29 Jul 2014
A 760m (2,493 ft) long pedestrian walkway leading to the historic island of Mont Saint Michel - which boasts a castle, commune and abbey - was officially unveiled on 22 July.
Brighton's i360 plans finally underway as London Eye team reunites to build iconic structure
BY Tom Anstey | 28 Jul 2014
Construction of Brighton, UK’s, i360 tower is set to kick off tomorrow (29 July) after the project secured £40m (US$68m, €50.4m) in funding eight years after the project was initially proposed. The team which designed and constructed the London Eye is reuniting to work on the project.
George Lucas museum reveals architects for legacy project
BY Tom Anstey | 28 Jul 2014
George Lucas’ legacy project – the US$300m (€220m, £179m) Lucas Museum of Narrative Art (LMNA) – has revealed that Beijing-based MAD Architects has been selected as principal designer for the project, while Chicago-based Studio Gang will work on the landscape. In addition, VOA Associates, based in Chicago, will serve as the executive architect and lead the implementation of MAD’s design.
India plans new government body to manage country's heritage sites
BY Tom Anstey | 28 Jul 2014
India’s government is looking into establishing a Heritage Development Authority (HDA) to enhance tourism numbers and boost visitor attraction quality at heritage sites across the country.
Ireland’s Tayto Park eyes Europe’s big boys with massive new roller coaster
BY Alice Davis | 28 Jul 2014
Tayto Park – one of Ireland’s most popular tourist attractions – has had a planning application for a €25m (£19.8m, $33.6m) expansion and world-class roller coaster approved by the local council.
Damien Hirst's personal collection to go on display at new gallery in 2015
BY Tom Anstey | 25 Jul 2014
The personal art collection of British artist Damien Hirst is set to go on display in May 2015, when a new gallery opens in Vauxhall, south London.
Images revealed for Disney Springs regeneration at Disney World Florida
BY Tom Anstey | 25 Jul 2014
New concept images have been released for Disney Springs – the multi-year transformation of Disney World Florida’s Downtown Disney Area.
Smithsonian and Penn Museum team up to protect battling Syria's heritage
BY Tom Anstey | 25 Jul 2014
In an effort to help stem the significant loss of cultural artefacts and landmarks in Syria, Penn Museum in Philadelphia, US and the Smithsonian Institution in Washington DC, have teamed up with the Syrian Interim Government’s Heritage Task Force to offer specialist training for the war-torn nation’s museums and monuments.
Turkey's museums see more than 420 per cent attendance increase over the last decade
BY Tom Anstey | 25 Jul 2014
Turkey’s cultural heritage has received a huge boost over the past decade, with visitors to museums and historic sites increasing by more than 420 per cent.
Hong Kong's first 3D museum offers optical illusions
BY Tom Anstey | 24 Jul 2014
Hong Kong’s first 3D museum – inspired by similar attractions in South Korea and Malaysia – has opened its doors to the public in Tsim Sha Tsui.
Aberdeen City Council seeks firm for £30m gallery renovations
BY Tom Anstey | 24 Jul 2014
Aberdeen City Council is looking for construction firms to carry out a £30m (US$50.9m, €37.8m) revamp of the Scottish city’s art gallery.
UK's first black heritage centre opens in Brixton, London
BY Tom Anstey | 24 Jul 2014
A new £7m (US$11.9m, €8.8m) development in Brixton, south London – supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) – has opened today (24 July) in the form of the UK’s first national black heritage centre.
Italy's over 65s lose free access to cultural attractions
BY Tom Anstey | 24 Jul 2014
Italy has abolished a long-standing practice of allowing people aged 65 or over free access to the country’s 225 state-owned museums, galleries and archeological sites.
Freefall drop used to simulate near-death experiences is newest attraction at Tivoli Friheden
BY Tom Anstey | 23 Jul 2014
A new theme park ride for daredevils has opened at Tivoli Friheden theme park in Denmark – a ride which is a 100ft (30m) freefall drop with a net at the bottom.
Grand Canyon development proposals cause controversy
BY Helen Andrews | 23 Jul 2014
Two projects in and around the Grand Canyon – the famous US landmark that welcomed nearly 4.6 million visitors in 2013 – are raising concerns about how much more development the attraction can withstand.
Merlin builds on Lego's popularity in Japan with announcement of Osaka Discovery Centre
BY Tom Anstey | 23 Jul 2014
Merlin Entertainments and Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan in Japan have announced plans today (23 July) to open a new Legoland Discovery Centre in Tempozan Market Place Mall, Osaka.
English Heritage publishes planning guidelines for heritage locations
BY Tom Anstey | 23 Jul 2014
English Heritage has published new three-part draft guidance on good practice and planning in a historic environment.
     
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5526 to 5545 of 9639 news stories
Armed looters and violence putting Egypt's heritage at risk of being 'lost forever'
BY Tom Anstey | 29 Jul 2014
Egypt’s heritage sector is in disarray following revolution and the collapse of the country’s government in 2011, with armed gangs, looters and general destruction placing the country’s rich cultural history in peril, according to an eminent academic.
UNESCO raises concerns about Irish heritage site being used for new Star Wars film
BY Tom Anstey | 29 Jul 2014
UNESCO has enquired about appropriate authorisation for the use of World Heritage site Skellig Michael as a film set for the latest instalment in the Star Wars franchise.
Ellensburg US$80m waterpark and hotel plans finally off the ground as funding is secured
BY Tom Anstey | 29 Jul 2014
After nearly a decade of delays, plans for a waterpark in Ellensburg, Washington, US, look finally set to go ahead, with developers saying that construction should begin in a matter of months.
Jetty bridge to UNESCO's Mont Saint Michel now open
BY Katie Buckley | 29 Jul 2014
A 760m (2,493 ft) long pedestrian walkway leading to the historic island of Mont Saint Michel - which boasts a castle, commune and abbey - was officially unveiled on 22 July.
Brighton's i360 plans finally underway as London Eye team reunites to build iconic structure
BY Tom Anstey | 28 Jul 2014
Construction of Brighton, UK’s, i360 tower is set to kick off tomorrow (29 July) after the project secured £40m (US$68m, €50.4m) in funding eight years after the project was initially proposed. The team which designed and constructed the London Eye is reuniting to work on the project.
George Lucas museum reveals architects for legacy project
BY Tom Anstey | 28 Jul 2014
George Lucas’ legacy project – the US$300m (€220m, £179m) Lucas Museum of Narrative Art (LMNA) – has revealed that Beijing-based MAD Architects has been selected as principal designer for the project, while Chicago-based Studio Gang will work on the landscape. In addition, VOA Associates, based in Chicago, will serve as the executive architect and lead the implementation of MAD’s design.
India plans new government body to manage country's heritage sites
BY Tom Anstey | 28 Jul 2014
India’s government is looking into establishing a Heritage Development Authority (HDA) to enhance tourism numbers and boost visitor attraction quality at heritage sites across the country.
Ireland’s Tayto Park eyes Europe’s big boys with massive new roller coaster
BY Alice Davis | 28 Jul 2014
Tayto Park – one of Ireland’s most popular tourist attractions – has had a planning application for a €25m (£19.8m, $33.6m) expansion and world-class roller coaster approved by the local council.
Damien Hirst's personal collection to go on display at new gallery in 2015
BY Tom Anstey | 25 Jul 2014
The personal art collection of British artist Damien Hirst is set to go on display in May 2015, when a new gallery opens in Vauxhall, south London.
Images revealed for Disney Springs regeneration at Disney World Florida
BY Tom Anstey | 25 Jul 2014
New concept images have been released for Disney Springs – the multi-year transformation of Disney World Florida’s Downtown Disney Area.
Smithsonian and Penn Museum team up to protect battling Syria's heritage
BY Tom Anstey | 25 Jul 2014
In an effort to help stem the significant loss of cultural artefacts and landmarks in Syria, Penn Museum in Philadelphia, US and the Smithsonian Institution in Washington DC, have teamed up with the Syrian Interim Government’s Heritage Task Force to offer specialist training for the war-torn nation’s museums and monuments.
Turkey's museums see more than 420 per cent attendance increase over the last decade
BY Tom Anstey | 25 Jul 2014
Turkey’s cultural heritage has received a huge boost over the past decade, with visitors to museums and historic sites increasing by more than 420 per cent.
Hong Kong's first 3D museum offers optical illusions
BY Tom Anstey | 24 Jul 2014
Hong Kong’s first 3D museum – inspired by similar attractions in South Korea and Malaysia – has opened its doors to the public in Tsim Sha Tsui.
Aberdeen City Council seeks firm for £30m gallery renovations
BY Tom Anstey | 24 Jul 2014
Aberdeen City Council is looking for construction firms to carry out a £30m (US$50.9m, €37.8m) revamp of the Scottish city’s art gallery.
UK's first black heritage centre opens in Brixton, London
BY Tom Anstey | 24 Jul 2014
A new £7m (US$11.9m, €8.8m) development in Brixton, south London – supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) – has opened today (24 July) in the form of the UK’s first national black heritage centre.
Italy's over 65s lose free access to cultural attractions
BY Tom Anstey | 24 Jul 2014
Italy has abolished a long-standing practice of allowing people aged 65 or over free access to the country’s 225 state-owned museums, galleries and archeological sites.
Freefall drop used to simulate near-death experiences is newest attraction at Tivoli Friheden
BY Tom Anstey | 23 Jul 2014
A new theme park ride for daredevils has opened at Tivoli Friheden theme park in Denmark – a ride which is a 100ft (30m) freefall drop with a net at the bottom.
Grand Canyon development proposals cause controversy
BY Helen Andrews | 23 Jul 2014
Two projects in and around the Grand Canyon – the famous US landmark that welcomed nearly 4.6 million visitors in 2013 – are raising concerns about how much more development the attraction can withstand.
Merlin builds on Lego's popularity in Japan with announcement of Osaka Discovery Centre
BY Tom Anstey | 23 Jul 2014
Merlin Entertainments and Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan in Japan have announced plans today (23 July) to open a new Legoland Discovery Centre in Tempozan Market Place Mall, Osaka.
English Heritage publishes planning guidelines for heritage locations
BY Tom Anstey | 23 Jul 2014
English Heritage has published new three-part draft guidance on good practice and planning in a historic environment.
     
 


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