Europeana Social
In 2021, there will be a European Capital of Sport, a European Green Capital, a European Capital of Innovation as well as a European Youth Capital. Let's take a look at European Capitals in 2021➡️ http://bit.ly/39i6eFl https://t.co/38UQV8Nn6L
by @Europeanaeu | 1 month ago
Visit our #GalleryOfTheWeek and explore painitings, drawings and photographs of the fjords in Norway, where land meets the sea in dramatic landscapes ➡️ http://bit.ly/38S1KVm https://t.co/zEuDHDj8q4
by @Europeanaeu | 1 month ago
Many medieval manuscripts are full of decorated capital letters that come in all styles and sizes. Explore some beautiful examples from across Europe in our gallery ➡ http://bit.ly/2KD72vO https://t.co/C3qKbZ3O52
by @Europeanaeu | 1 month ago
Playing board games with friends and family has been popular for centuries. This gallery shows a variety of board games from across Europe, maybe inspiring you to fetch a game from your cupboard and start the fun! ➡ http://bit.ly/37sMSxk https://t.co/8aRwxLkGrZ
by @Europeanaeu | 1 month ago
When in need of some calm, explore this gallery of beautifully serene landscapes and peaceful nature views ➡ http://bit.ly/3b8nagm https://t.co/MgooskNqNr
by @Europeanaeu | 1 month ago
For many, this New Year's Eve celebrations will be different than what we're used to. To cheer you up and bring a bit of celebratory mood, we collected beautiful artworks and photos of parties. Explore them here and all the best for the year to come ➡ https://bit.ly/3r9qTmY https://t.co/bxvVV2ZhNF
by @Europeanaeu | 1 month ago
Playing cards are not much more than cardboard rectangles with print, but we use and collect them to play, to learn and even predict the future. This gallery features playing cards from across Europe: small works of art and design throughout the ages ➡ https://bit.ly/3rcglmX https://t.co/LLKz6piHY5
by @Europeanaeu | 1 month ago
Do you remember your first mobile phone? There’s a good chance it was a Nokia or an Ericsson. To explore the history of these two major Nordic telecommunication companies, we have to go back to the 19th century ➡ http://bit.ly/2KDlWSq https://t.co/RPud9qhLdD
by @Europeanaeu | 1 month ago
Explore this gallery of paintings, drawings and photography of mountains and highlands across Europe ➡ https://bit.ly/3fpW6eC https://t.co/s7KkuJoOE8
by @Europeanaeu | 1 month ago
Woman comes up with a great idea. Man takes it and passes it off as his own. Man receives great acclaim. Woman doesn’t make a fuss - here's the story of one of the world’s most popular board games, Monopoly ➡ http://bit.ly/3mAd5OO https://t.co/VA6FbhlQAS
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
"Don't judge a book by its cover", goes the popular phrase, but striking cover art stays long in our memories. Here's a variety of book cover designs, from children's fiction to classics of world literature➡ https://bit.ly/3rgVOOr https://t.co/qPrUMMOuVA
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
Utagawa (also known as Andō) Hiroshige (1797–1858) is often considered the last great master of ukiyo-e – the Japanese tradition of woodblock prints and paintings that flourished in the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. Explore the gallery ➡ https://bit.ly/3aketTn https://t.co/JjnuuEB4Bi
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
Christmas trees, decorated with tinsels, baubles, lights, candles and more, are symbols of the holidays all across Europe. Enjoy this gallery of Christmas trees, and happy holidays to all from us at @Europeanaeu ➡ http://bit.ly/3mziWns https://t.co/4ieFnqbQKo
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
Do you remember how you learned to cook? You might have watched family members preparing meals. In this blog, you'll meet early modern cookbook authors and discover their fascinating stories ➡ http://bit.ly/3r7R65i https://t.co/K9j7ssa3ne
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
When you’re away from loved ones, there’s nothing like sending or receiving a hand-written note. Since the 19th century, you don’t even need an envelope for your greetings, wishes or kisses: a simple postcard will do. Visit our gallery ➡ https://bit.ly/2UdhTOO https://t.co/WngyjlJoed
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
#ChristmasMarkets are street markets associated with the celebration of Christmas during the four weeks of Advent. They originated in Germany, but are now held in many other countries. Visit our #GalleryOfTheWeek and enjoy the festive atmosphere➡️http://bit.ly/388Whco https://t.co/hzTlMfC1tw
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
Article 16 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights goes on to declare that families are the fundamental group unit of society and therefore can count on being protected. But who decides what constitutes a family? Visit our exhibition to find out ➡ http://bit.ly/399QoOi https://t.co/OCxqyKJgkz
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
by @rolfkallman | 2 months ago
This formal portrait of family Skeppstedt gives away nothing of their extraordinary history. Yet one of the boys in this portrait, Eddie, was to become one of the biggest names in the American entertainment industry. Learn more➡ https://bit.ly/34mwNYg https://t.co/tAJGqF27lb
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
When you’re a kid, moving and migrating is a big deal. This blog looks at how children view migration through objects that mean something to them ➡️ http://bit.ly/388gnn6 https://t.co/f6pwDHCg11
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
Artists have portrayed and reflected migration experiences for centuries. This gallery brings together artworks from across Europe➡️ http://bit.ly/2K7LcAJ https://t.co/ZO6qZ1UdX9
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
We held around 20 events across Europe inviting people to share their stories about migration, their own experiences or their families. Explore these varied and diverse stories here➡️ https://bit.ly/2J0ZUZD https://t.co/KTbezbSyvx
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
In 2018, we held a year-long exploration of #migration and #CulturalHeritage. This exhibition - People on the Move - explores how migration has changed the world, with memorable stories of inspiring individuals and communities who have made their mark ➡️ http://bit.ly/34omAKW https://t.co/bOGvk14zri
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
Today is #InternationalMigrantsDay. We stand in solidarity with all migrants and refugees, celebrating their achievements and highlighting their struggles. Sharing stories of migration is essential today, so let's discover some examples (thread)⬇️ https://t.co/kRAeZFAMdh
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
The photos in our new gallery explore skiing, which developed to a competitive sport and leisure past-time in the 18th and 19th centuries ➡️https://bit.ly/3gWtDzd https://t.co/M73KgUz0NP
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
‘Cultural heritage empowers us to embrace our diversity and flourish’. Look at the approach the Europeana Foundation is taking to embrace diversity and implement practical measures to embed it in the organisation➡️ http://bit.ly/3nsQIvP https://t.co/kFzMpJzsdh
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
With public events in 2020 largely cancelled, public engagement events have been difficult. We speak with partners in Ireland who have been working on projects collecting sport stories from the public during the #COVID19 pandemic ➡️http://bit.ly/3algvm6 #EuropeanaSport https://t.co/iN8UCE6G3A
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
#reinventingBeethoven encouraged students to engage with Beethoven's life and work as part of a creative educational challenge. For #Beethoven250 take a look at the challenge and explore the winning entries! ➡️ http://bit.ly/3oWx6AD https://t.co/n4tWZdvTJY
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
Aggregating linked data has the potential to improve data interoperability at global scale. A linked data pilot, developed as part of the @Europeanaeu Common Culture project, investigated this potential - take a look at what it achieved ➡️ http://bit.ly/3qVewuC https://t.co/LRX2BpJ2yf
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
The Ancient Chinese concept of yin & yang is often represented by black & white 'taijitu', but also by broken and solid lines sometimes combined into trigram. Visit our gallery☯️➡️http://bit.ly/2LFbVF1 https://t.co/Ac7sm17kpD
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
€31 million to improve cross-border #digital services in Europe - the results of the 2020-1 #CEFTelecom call are out! ➡️ #AutomatedTranslation ➡️ #Blockchain ➡️ #eDelivery ➡️ #eID #eSignature ➡️ #DigitalSkills ➡️ #Europeana ➡️ #SaferInternet https://europa.eu/!By46jj https://t.co/DrZQEN2OCj
by @inea_eu | 2 months ago
Many among us miss the energy and spirit of sporting events. In our #GalleryOfTheWeek - places hosting them - arenas and stadiums from across Europe Explore to bring back the good memories ➡️ https://bit.ly/2KspJ5i https://t.co/F4vPz75lX7
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
New partners, online events and fantastic entries - #GIFITUP2020 had it all! Take a look back at this year's competition➡️ https://bit.ly/38gDMTN @dpla @TroveAustralia @DigitalNZ @jpsearch_go https://t.co/c5reuS9fvj
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
Many medieval manuscripts are full of decorated capital letters that add colour to the page. They come in all styles and sizes, but what exactly are they and what was their purpose? Read our blog to find out➡ https://bit.ly/3oNC8iR https://t.co/rXJmXx3ykK
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
Need a moment of calm entertainment this weekend? Or something nice to do for your children? Check out our cultural heritage colouring books! ➡ https://bit.ly/2Wc1RoN https://t.co/sdkZmPYqjH
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
What does ‘flapper’ mean? In the 1920s ‘#flapper’ became associated with young women who expressed their freedom through an overt appreciation of a new kind of fashionable look. Learn more➡️ https://bit.ly/2IHfQA4 #CenturyOfChange https://t.co/ISoIW4xnTO
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
Under the @Europeanaeu Common Culture project, @tcddublin @dri_ireland investigated best practice for aggregating #3D content to Europeana and developed a functional application to support 3D aggregation. Find out more➡️ https://bit.ly/2W7Fb9a https://t.co/wJCSqREx1Z
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
Take a look at what the @Europeanaeu Network Association Members Council has explored this year as they work towards developing new digital audiences, services, skills and societal impact ➡️ https://bit.ly/3n768FZ https://t.co/Pj9iS7CBgf
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
At the end of the Nineteenth Century, the French archaeologist Albert Gayet excavated a few fascinatingly unique graves in Egypt. This blog tells the story of Euphemia, a woman with a unique life, preserved in a unique way, found in a unique grave. ➡ https://bit.ly/2VXN7Kp https://t.co/4IBxAHRskp
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
We're excited to announce the winners of #GIFITUP2020!Thanks to all the GIF-ted participants, to our great jury and to the #CulturalHeritage institutions who, by opening up their digitised collections, make the initiatives like this possible ➡️https://gifitup.net/winners-2020 https://t.co/VFjtgDYl8Y
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
On 28 February 1904, a group of boys who used to play football in Belém, on the riverside of Lisbon, decided to create a sports club. Read the guest blog by @museubenfica and learn the story of @SLBenfica ⚽️➡️ https://bit.ly/2VV3DLd #MuseuBenfica #DeTodosUm https://t.co/4s6jKbP7k1
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
2020 has seen the completion of 11 @Europeanaeu Generic Services projects! Find out what they have achieved and how they supported #CulturalHeritage institutions in their #DigitalTransformation @inea_eu ➡️ https://bit.ly/3qDDX3K https://t.co/MR1qQe8bb5
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
Pole-vaulting into politics: #WładysławKozakiewicz’s 1980 Olympics gesture which was written into the history books. Read the blog to learn more➡️ https://bit.ly/3gnl9kD https://t.co/9Zsa8RyFX5
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
In our #GalleryOfTheWeek - scenes in paintings, photographs, drawings and more of how people across Europe and the world celebrate and enjoy life when the weather gets colder➡️ https://bit.ly/2VPNNBw https://t.co/H70DNBehgo
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
Today we celebrate the 2⃣0⃣anniversary of signing ✍️The Charter of Fundamental Rights of the #EuropeanUnion Visit the online exhibition created in collaboration with the @Europarl_EN Archives to learn more ➡️ https://bit.ly/2JS1zkd https://t.co/mYIxto0NCA
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
He’s a man of many names – Saint Nicholas, Nikolaos of Myra, Nikolaos the Wonderworker, Nikolaos of Bari, Sinterklaas and of course, Santa Claus. But who was he really? Read our blog to find out🤓 http://bit.ly/2RsQBmW https://t.co/MtQELVJFZu
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
Similar to many large companies, the story of Van Nelle business started with a small shop. In 1782, Johannes van Nelle opened a coffee, tea and tobacco shop at the Leuvehaven in Rotterdam. Read our blog to learn more ➡️http://bit.ly/35XsaCf https://t.co/dN6xwlAeKw
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
Metis Sandbox enhances the overall data aggregation workflow from data providers to @Europeanaeu. Take a look at what the pilot, developed as part of the Europeana Common Culture project, has achieved ➡️ https://bit.ly/39OpoUO https://t.co/1uFje5T7mF
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
by @SofieTaes | 2 months ago
The path toward the fair representation of LGBTQ+ people has proven to be a long and daunting one. In this blog, we look at the representation of the LGBTQ+ community in photography and film throughout the 20th Century ➡️https://bit.ly/3op8xMs #CenturyOfChange https://t.co/EitlobgKee
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
On today's #DisabilitiesDay let's be aware of how people with disabilities continue their professional career to build a better future for all. In this blog, we explore the scientific & artistic careers of geniuses with disabilities ➡️https://bit.ly/2I5F0YR #IDPD #DisHist https://t.co/lIYBiWKSct
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
With the majority of the Netherlands at or below sea level, the Dutch have battled the seas for centuries with systems of dykes and barriers. One of the most ambitious among them is Zuiderzee. Read our blog and learn more ➡️ https://bit.ly/37qWMyh https://t.co/vVtdr1Cqkb
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
To brighten up this #December, we have an #AdventCalendar for you – filled with artworks and pictures exploring the theme of #togetherness from the collections of #CulturalHeritage institutions across Europe. Enjoy and share it with your loved ones! ➡️https://bit.ly/3o9qb6U https://t.co/ehN2t0fpSy
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
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by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
Happy #StAndrewsDay! Let's celebrate by exploring paintings, photographs and drawing of landmarks and locations around #Scotland in our #GalleryOfTheWeek ➡️ https://bit.ly/3mobeNJ https://t.co/ILN7k4JFcz
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
Last chance to vote for your favourite #GIFITUP2020 entries to help them win the People’s Choice Award ️➡️ https://gifitup.net https://t.co/kup74ve4QG
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
The beauty and diversity of Europe have attracted both tourists and artists throughout history. Complete these puzzles to discover the depictions of beautiful places across Europe ➡️ https://bit.ly/2V6ueVh https://t.co/fR09WZnJ0F
by @Europeanaeu | 2 months ago
Over 900 of you joined us for three action-packed days of #Europeana2020 and now you can catch-up with sessions at your leisure. So if you missed a session, or just want to watch again, you can do so now: https://bit.ly/2KM6T9h #BuildDigitalCapacity #EuropeanaCommunities https://t.co/RSHjpclJVX
by @Europeanaeu | 3 months ago
Forced labour is an often marginalised aspect of labour history. This blog looks at the Stvor (Створ) camp, part of the Soviet GULag system. In its colloquial use, ‘the Gulag’ is used for the overall system of repression in the era of Stalin’s rule➡️ https://bit.ly/2JiM5pe https://t.co/koh3q4kR3Y
by @Europeanaeu | 3 months ago
This November, we are looking at the practices we follow when developing the @Europeanaeu website to ensure that people have a positive experience exploring #CulturalHeritage online. Find out more about our development processes and the tools we use ➡️ https://bit.ly/3md4EK6 https://t.co/b7xlkL0a52
by @Europeanaeu | 3 months ago
Love tennis?You'l love our new blog - Donnay: How a Belgian company became the world’s largest tennis racket maker➡️ https://bit.ly/2J9mtv2 https://t.co/EBVBCNpfHB
by @Europeanaeu | 3 months ago
by @Europeanaeu | 3 months ago
.@PhotoConsortium needs YOU for their PAGODE #EuropeanaChina crowdsourcing campaign! Help people discover "Scenes & People from #China" in @Europeana by including #Keywords that you would you use to describe them https://crowdheritage.eu/en/china #EU #CulturalHeritage https://twitter.com/PhotoConsortium/status/1329781989411590146 https://t.co/7OIahMembF
by @inea_eu | 3 months ago
by @Europeanaeu | 3 months ago
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by @TIB_AVPortal | 3 months ago
One word, a million meanings: #family stands at the very core of our existence. Looking back at the 20th century as a #CenturyOfChange, this exhibition explores different family concepts, zooming in on important events that shaped our homes and lives ➡️ https://bit.ly/399QoOi https://t.co/HQtV2MrqRz
by @Europeanaeu | 3 months ago
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by @eufilmgateway | 3 months ago
We are happy to announce the results of the 2020 @Europeanaeu Network Association Members Council elections - meet your nine new Members Councillors ➡️ https://bit.ly/3nMTDPV #EuropeanaElects https://t.co/B1lgLOkYHY
by @Europeanaeu | 3 months ago
Amphitheatres were elliptical monumental buildings used in Roman times for various public performances. Explore depictions of #amphitheatres from across Europe in our #GalleryOfTheWeek➡️https://bit.ly/3lYxayX https://t.co/52dqkaO5YY
by @Europeanaeu | 3 months ago
Ludwig van #Beethoven was a prolific composer but one of his works has become more memorable than others: The Symphony No. 9. This choral work was chosen in 1972 as the official anthem of the European Union. Learn more➡️ https://bit.ly/32YFcjK #Beethoven250 #OdeToJoy https://t.co/tcGcVZQp2h
by @Europeanaeu | 3 months ago
The name Cunard is now known for sailing, with large liners crossing seas and oceans around the world. Its origins stem to shipping magnate Samuel Cunard, who was born #OnThisDay in 1787 in Halifax, Canada. Read our blog and learn more➡️ https://bit.ly/3lK8oSZ https://t.co/LFAnXQubx3
by @Europeanaeu | 3 months ago
You can now vote for you favourite #GIFITUP2020 entries to help them win the People’s Choice Award ️➡️ https://gifitup.net/ https://t.co/vbTIn3AGsq
by @Europeanaeu | 3 months ago
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by @digitalMculture | 3 months ago
Literature is not only an author’s means of self-expression, but it can transform our perception of spaces & places. This blog looks at Hungarian writers who have lived abroad, with their literature reflecting their perceptions of their new cities➡️https://bit.ly/3lJRxj8 https://t.co/BDiB7qtPB1
by @Europeanaeu | 3 months ago
Register now for our last #Impact webinar of 2020, taking place Wed 25 Nov! We'll take you through Phase two of the Impact Playbook, focussing on data collection and analysis - sign up now ➡️ https://bit.ly/3kKlkqy https://t.co/WBXmfQ9GVp
by @Europeanaeu | 3 months ago
by @EUscreen | 3 months ago
Do you need a gentle distraction during one of those long November evenings? Check our 'Spot the Difference' puzzles - a great reason to take your time to look closely at artworks from across Europe ➡️ https://bit.ly/2yt0cmc https://t.co/uUdO3gemDM
by @Europeanaeu | 3 months ago
Tomorrow is the last day to vote in this year's @Europeanaeu Network Association Members Council elections! 35 Councillors are standing for 9 seats. ENA members can vote through a link sent directly to your email. Meet the candidates ➡️ https://bit.ly/3dKibVZ #EuropeanaElects https://t.co/e8MYK3bsbu
by @Europeanaeu | 3 months ago
#DiscoveringEurope used the rich #CulturalHeritage in @Europeanaeu to showcase beautiful landscapes and fascinating places, in a virtual journey across the continent. Take a look back at our summer season➡️ https://bit.ly/36GIjOo https://t.co/ughh3tPAwz
by @Europeanaeu | 3 months ago
Many among us miss theatre these daysToday is #LoveTheatreDay, so let's learn about five stunning theatres across Europe. Do you have a favourite #theatre we should write about in the future? Let us know! ➡️ https://bit.ly/32V19jw https://t.co/JuohrXmgFX
by @Europeanaeu | 3 months ago
by @Europeanaeu | 3 months ago
Birthdays during #WWI were not always happy times. Loved ones were distant, and the means of communicating with them difficult. Let's explore some #BirthdayCards and their messages from @Europeana1914 ➡️https://bit.ly/3lL2EZm https://t.co/0kMT8EIsKO
by @Europeanaeu | 3 months ago
RT @inea_eu: Which are the opportunities & challenges faced by the #CulturalHeritage sector in times of #COVID19? @EU_Commission Commissioner @GabrielMariya ‘Ambassador of Change’ for the #CEFTelecom project Europeana XX, shares her insights with us https://t.co/MaxcsU8XEX #EU #Europeana https://t.co/8tme0cduyd
by @ICTcreativityEU | 3 months ago
Windmills and wind turbines allow us to harness the power of the skies. They can mill grain into flour, or turn currents into electricity, in a sustainable and eco-friendly way. Explore #windmills from across Europe in our #GalleryOfTheWeek➡️https://bit.ly/36LMM2u https://t.co/tvvGTX95mA
by @Europeanaeu | 3 months ago
Don’t forget that voting is underway in this year’s @Europeanaeu Network Association Members Council elections! 35 Councillors are standing for 9 seats. ENA members can vote through a link sent directly to your email. Meet the candidates https://bit.ly/3dKibVZ #EuropeanaElects https://t.co/R5kaHxPPIM
by @Europeanaeu | 3 months ago