Upcoming Webinar: “20 Years of USCBS” (Wednesday, March 4, 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 [...]
USCBS Remembers András Riedlmayer (1947-2026)
The U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield was saddened to learn of the recent passing of renowned art historian and cultural advocate, András Riedlmayer. Born in [...]
Resources to Protect our Cultural Heritage in Turbulent Times
The main priority in any emergency should always be the protection of human life. Still, as a cultural organization committed to the protection of cultural property [...]
This Giving Tuesday, preserve the past to protect the future…
Our work relies on the generosity of members and supporters like you. Thank you for your support of our mission and your dedication to cultural heritage [...]
Webinar (11/19/25) Recording Now Available
Thank you to everyone who attended our webinar, "Heritage in Crisis and Conflict: Canadian Considerations for Cultural Protection," on November 19th! Dr. Shannon Lewis-Simpson of the [...]
Webinar (10/15/25) Recording Now Available
Many thanks to all who attended last week's webinar, "How Does the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Protect Cultural Property?"! The U.S. Committee of [...]
Fall 2025 Webinar Program
📣 Announcing our upcoming webinars! Join us this fall for two fascinating talks on various aspects of cultural property protection: 🔹 Wednesday, October 15 @ 1:30 [...]
Rescue Initiatives Saved Some of Gaza’s Ancient Artifacts, Much Has Still Been Lost
Recent attacks on Gaza City have left archaeologists fearful about the loss of irreplaceable artifacts, reports The New York Times. A delay in airstrikes enabled local [...]
Register for BSI’s “Underwater Cultural Heritage in Conflict and Post-Conflict” Online Event
As a side event of UNESCO's upcoming MONDIACULT conference, the BSI Underwater Conflict Heritage Group invites anyone who is interested to join an online event next [...]
