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U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield @uscbs.bsky.social · 17h

📆 Just one week until our next public webinar!

🔹 Join us next Wednesday as we hear from Sharon Nicastro of the American Red Cross of Northern Ohio.

🔗 All are welcome to this free webinar! Please register in advance by scanning the QR code below or clicking here: zoom.us/webinar/regi....

U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield @uscbs.bsky.social · 7d

📣 Announcing our upcoming webinars!
Join us this fall for two fascinating talks on various aspects of #culturalproperty protection.

Free and open to the public, but registration is required:
🔹 Oct 15: zoom.us/webinar/regi...
🔹 Nov 15: zoom.us/webinar/regi...

❓ Questions? Email us at [email protected]!

U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield @uscbs.bsky.social · 16d

The New York Times reports that recent attacks on Gaza City have left archaeologists fearful about the loss of irreplaceable artifacts. A delay in airstrikes enabled rescue initiatives to relocate some material, but not everything was able to be saved.

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Rescue Initiatives Saved Some of Gaza's Ancient Artifacts, Much Has Still Been Lost - US Committee of the Blue Shield

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U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield @uscbs.bsky.social · 19d

As a side event of @unesco.org's upcoming MONDIACULT conference, the BSI Underwater Conflict Heritage Group invites anyone who is interested to join an online event next Tuesday, September 23rd: uscbs.org/bsi-underwat...

Register for BSI's "Underwater Cultural Heritage in Conflict and Post-Conflict" Online Event - US Committee of the Blue Shield

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U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield @uscbs.bsky.social · 21d

Blue Shield International has published its Annual Report for 2024. It is now available online at the BSI website: theblueshield.org/blue-shield-...

Blue Shield Annual Report 2024 Available NOW - Blue Shield International

The Blue Shield Annual Report for 2023 is now available online, highlighting the organisation's exciting work last year protecting heritage

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U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield @uscbs.bsky.social · Aug 18

The latest issue of Advances in Archaeological Practice is a special one. "Caring for Culture," guest edited by Morag Kersel, celebrates the work of Patty Gerstenblith and Neil Brodie, two scholars who have devoted their careers to the protection of #culture.
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Advances in Archaeological Practice: Volume 13 - Caring for Culture in the Twenty-First Century | Cambridge Core

Cambridge Core - Advances in Archaeological Practice - Volume 13 - Caring for Culture in the Twenty-First Century

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U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield @uscbs.bsky.social · Aug 13

@unesco.org invites cultural institutions, organizations, & networks to take part in a global #survey on Women, Culture, and Emergencies.

📝 Estimated time: 10 mins
📍 Multilingual & confidential.
🔗 Take the survey: forms.office.com/pages/respon...

#GenderEquality #WomenInCulture #EmergencyResponse

U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield @uscbs.bsky.social · Jul 28

On Tues Aug 5, the @atlanticcouncil.bsky.social's Eurasia Center and the @combatlooting.bsky.social is hosting, "Examining Russia’s assault on Ukraine’s cultural heritage." This is a hybrid in-person & online event. More information & registration here: www.atlanticcouncil.org/event/examin...

Examining Russia’s assault on Ukraine’s cultural heritage

Experts discuss Russia’s war on Ukraine’s cultural heritage and the steps that international partners can take to protect culture and history.

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U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield @uscbs.bsky.social · Jul 24

As violence continues in Haiti's capital of Port-au-Prince, authorities have taken measures to safeguard the city's art collection usually housed in Le Centre d'Art, one of the oldest art institutions in the Caribbean.

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Safeguarding Haitian Art at Le Centre d'Art - US Committee of the Blue Shield

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U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield @uscbs.bsky.social · Jul 22

The U.S. has announced its withdrawal from @unesco.org.
Please see the U.S. Department of State's press release for more information.
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The United States Withdraws from UNESCO - US Committee of the Blue Shield

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U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield @uscbs.bsky.social · Jun 25

Those in the Washington DC area may be interested in this event organized by the US-ASEAN Center, in partnership with the Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art and the Antiquities Coalition.

📅 Monday, June 30th.
✏️ Registration is required and available here:
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Advancing Regional Cooperation to Protect Cultural Heritage: Insights from the U.S.–Cambodia Cultural Property Agreement

The illicit trade in cultural antiquities is a growing global crisis, particularly affecting Southeast Asia. Criminal networks are looting historical sites and smuggling artifacts, undermining cultura...

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U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield @uscbs.bsky.social · Jun 24

ICYMI: "Introduction to Cultural Property Protection" #webinar recording now available!

Many thanks to all those who attended, and, most especially, to Dr. Laurie Rush for sharing her time and experiences.

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Webinar Recording Now Available - US Committee of the Blue Shield

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U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield @uscbs.bsky.social · Jun 17

📣 Webinar: "Introduction to Cultural Property Protection" TOMORROW!

📅 Wednesday, June 18, 1:30-2:30 pm EDT

📍 Virtual: Register for free to receive the Zoom link:
zoom.us/webinar/regi...

U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield @uscbs.bsky.social · Jun 10

A reminder that our free "Introduction to Cultural Property Protection" #webinar is happening next Wednesday, June 18th at 1:30 pm EDT!

Please register to receive your webinar link and join us next Wednesday: zoom.us/webinar/regi...

U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield @uscbs.bsky.social · Jun 3

This free #webinar, "Introduction to CPP," will take place on Wed. June 18 @ 1:30 pm EDT.

This webinar is open to anyone, but we do ask that you please sign-up in advance by registering here (zoom.us/webinar/regi...) or by scanning the QR code on the flyer.

#CPP
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U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield @uscbs.bsky.social · Apr 11

Supporters of USCBS may be interested in this upcoming webinar hosted by the International Scientific Committee on the Analysis and Restoration of Structures of Architectural Heritage (ISCARSAH).

Register for this free #webinar here: shorturl.at/EcA1A

U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield @uscbs.bsky.social · Apr 2

Dr. Laurie Rush will be speaking as part of a free public #webinar hosted by the MA in #culturalheritage at The American University of Rome. "Protecting Cultural Heritage in Turbulent Times," will take place on Wednesday, April 9th at 6pm CEST/12pm EST.

Register here: aur.edu/events/prote...

U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield @uscbs.bsky.social · Mar 31

USCBS would like to thank all those who attended the conference at DePaul University on March 13 and 14, everyone who shared their work with attendees, the conference organizers, and all who continue to support USCBS’ mission and the protection of cultural property.

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2025 Cultural Heritage Conference at DePaul University: Thank you for your support! - US Committee of the Blue Shield

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U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield @uscbs.bsky.social · Mar 7

The "Navigating Justice in Cultural Heritage" conference is just one week away!

Register now for next week's two-day #conference in Chicago. Can't attend in person? Join us virtually! Registration still required.

Please register by emailing [email protected] and note how you plan to attend.

U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield @uscbs.bsky.social · Mar 4

Reminder: USCBS President, Patty Gerstenblith, will be speaking as part of a webinar happening tmw at 08:00 EST. The webinar is organized by the International Association of Prosecutors and Blue Shield International.

More details and a registration link can be found here: uscbs.org/iap-webinar-...

Upcoming Webinar featuring USCBS President, Patty Gerstenblith - US Committee of the Blue Shield

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U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield @uscbs.bsky.social · Feb 25

A reminder that the "Navigating Justice in Cultural Heritage” #conference starts in just over two weeks!

Join us at DePaul University or attend virtually. Register today by emailing [email protected].

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Conference Announcement: "Navigating Justice in Cultural Heritage," March 13-14, 2025 - US Committee of the Blue Shield

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U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield @uscbs.bsky.social · Feb 7

On Wednesday, March 5, 2025, USCBS President, Patty Gerstenblith, will be speaking as part of a #webinar organized by the International Association of Prosecutors in conjunction with Blue Shield International.

More details and a registration link can be found here: uscbs.org/iap-webinar-...

Upcoming Webinar featuring USCBS President, Patty Gerstenblith - US Committee of the Blue Shield

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U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield @uscbs.bsky.social · Feb 4

A reminder that registration is now open!

U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield @uscbs.bsky.social · Jan 31

Announcing an upcoming #conference, "Navigating Justice in Cultural Heritage: Intersections of Ethics, Law, and Museum Practice" 📅 March 13-14 at DePaul University

More details are available here:

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#culturalheritage

Announcing the 2025 Annual Meeting and Conference - US Committee of the Blue Shield

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U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield @uscbs.bsky.social · Jan 31

Announcing an upcoming #conference, "Navigating Justice in Cultural Heritage: Intersections of Ethics, Law, and Museum Practice" 📅 March 13-14 at DePaul University

More details are available here:

uscbs.org/announcing-t...

#culturalheritage

Announcing the 2025 Annual Meeting and Conference - US Committee of the Blue Shield

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U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield @uscbs.bsky.social · Jan 10

We at the U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of life and the widespread destruction caused by the recent wildfires in California. Our hearts go out to all those affected during this difficult time.

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USCBS Statement on the Wildfires in Southern California - US Committee of the Blue Shield

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