Armenian Feminist Voices: The Contributions of Srpouhi Dussap, Hayganush Mark, Marie Beyleryan, and Zaruhi Kalemkaryan
Srpouhi Dussap (1840–1901) stands as a pioneering figure in Armenian literature, not only for her literary contributions but also for her role in championing the cause of women’s rights and education. Born in Constantinople in the Ortakoy district, she was
Exploring the account of the Japanese vessel that rescued Armenians amidst the genocide
Upon the release of her latest publication, Dr. Anna Vardanyan, an accomplished author with a Ph.D. in Economics specializing in International Relations and Japanology, sheds new light on the historical ties between the Armenian and Japanese communities. Her work focuses
The torn rug was restored as a testimony of the reunion of two Armenian sisters who survived the Genocide
The "Vahanagorg" rug, a century-and-a-half-old artifact from Western Armenia, has a unique history. During the Armenian Genocide, a period when Armenians were forced to flee their homes, the rug was separated into two parts. Its significance lies in the fact
Armenian Woman: Victim and Heroine of the Armenian Genocide- upcoming exhibition at the Armenian Genocide Museum
The Armenian Genocide Museum-Institute cordially announces the unveiling of its latest scholarly exposition, "Armenian Woman: Victim and Heroine of the Armenian Genocide," scheduled for April 23rd at 2:00 p.m.This exhibition endeavors to explore the nuanced historical narrative surrounding Armenian women
The Fowler Museum, UCLA, showcases the intricate Armenian lacework of the genocide survivor
The Fowler Museum at UCLA is currently hosting a significant exhibition called "Janyak: Armenian Art of Knots and Loops." The exhibition opened its doors to the public in April of last year and will remain on display until April 7,
Clogs as luxurious items of the Armenian dowry
The clogs that once belonged to an Armenian woman found their permanent place in 2013 in the collection of the British Museum ( See, clog (qabqāb), 19th century, Aleppo, wood, textile, metal, repoussé, the British Museum, 2013,6033.2.a-b). As part of a
The Armenian orphan’s garb as a silent witness of the Armenian Genocide horrors
The dress, most likely worn by a 7-year-old orphan girl or a boy, is a significant tangible remnant of the Armenian Genocide. It is possibly sewn from the pieces of fabrics of children who died in the desert. A close
The rare Armenian silver filigree, enamel, and gilt: a box set with emeralds, pearls, and garnets
This fine, domed chest is of Armenian origin and most probably served a religious purpose – possibly it was used to hold incense. It is of a gilded silver sheet that has then been covered with an outer layer of
The rug for the Olympic Games held in Los Angeles woven by an Armenian
An Armenian refugee Pilibos Kazanjian who settled in the United States after the Armenian Genocide of 1895, wove an exquisite rug dedicated to the 1932 Olympic Games held in Los Angeles. A photograph of him and this rug appeared in
