History
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Toptani Serail to become Tirana’s Ethnographic Museum, Veliaj says
National Theatre marks 80 years: Minister Gonxhja highlights its cultural legacy
Celebrating Ibrahim Kodra: Albania’s most celebrated international painter, born April 22, 1918
Albania mourns Pope Francis, recalls his historic 2014 visit and message of religious unity
New cultural and recreational center opens in the birthplace of Father Gjergj Fishta in Lezhë
Restoration of Voskopojë’s historic churches underway to boost cultural tourism
All History stories
Architectural ensemble in Peshkopi declared cultural and historical heritage
Published on March 8, 2025
Exhibition in Korça celebrated Teachers’ Day
Published on March 8, 2025
Why is this important: The exhibition offered a unique opportunity to explore the history of education in Albania and honored the legacy of Mësonjëtorja e Korçës as a symbol of Albania’s educational and national identity. The event was open to the public on March 7th, inviting visitors to reflect on the importance of education and the role of teachers in shaping the nation’s future.
Marubi Museum, Albanian Telegraphic Agency, and Center for Art Studies join forces for Albanian Photography Anthology
Published on March 6, 2025
A legacy of art and history at Vangjush Mio’s house-museum in Korça
Published on March 3, 2025
Why is this important: Vangjush Mio, known as the “father of modern and contemporary Albanian painting,” left behind an extraordinary artistic legacy. Over his 40-year career, he created more than 200 drawings and 500 paintings, making him one of Albania’s most influential artists. The museum preserves his impressionist masterpieces, allowing art lovers and historians to explore the depth of his work.
Albanian authorities declassify ‘Kosova Fund’: over 11,000 historical files now public
Published on February 18, 2025
Why is this important: The newly declassified documents provide an unprecedented look into key political, social, and cultural events in Kosovo from 1944 to 1991. The files include intelligence reports on Kosovo’s youth movements, repression of Albanian rights, and state-led efforts to depopulate Kosovo through forced displacement.