The Japan and Pacific 2011 Blue Shield Solidarity group on Facebook contains links to information about libraries, museums, archives and other cultural institutions affected by the devastating 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Japan. Blue Shield expresses its solidarity with all colleagues, the Japanese people, and all people in the Pacific area affected by this disaster. The community mobilizes itself to provide as much help as needed. Join this group, and keep in touch with news about cultural heritage and damaged institutions.
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March 5, 2026
The recording of our virtual panel event, "20 Years of USCBS: Our Beginnings and Our Relevance Today," held on March 4, 2026, is now available online. Many thanks to all who tuned in during the live [...]
March 4, 2026
STATEMENT OF THE UNITED STATES COMMITTEE OF THE BLUE SHIELD on the Protection of Cultural Property in the Context of Military Operations Affecting Iran March 4, 2026 The United States Committee of the Blue Shield (USCBS) [...]
February 24, 2026
This year, the U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its founding! To mark the occasion, we will be hosting special programs and events throughout 2026. The celebrations start with a [...]
