Revolutionary Cities

In September of 1940, Walter Benjamin, a writer and Jew, crossed the French-Spanish border by way of the Pyrenees Mountains. He and many other Jews escaped France via this border to get to Spain because Spasin was a safer place for Jews than France was once the Nazis took over (even though, as we seen … Continue reading Trails of Survival: Retracing the Perilous Journey of Jewish Refugees Across the French-Spanish Border During the Holocaust

Throughout my visit at the Museu Nacional D’Art De Catalunya, I noticed that many visitors spent more time looking at featured propaganda art, or art that was used in propaganda than looking at pieces that called for freedom or liberty. Initially, I was confused, but I found myself doing the same thing. I mean why … Continue reading The Potential Dangers of Using Art in Promoting and Displaying Propaganda

The museum of immigration was a very moving and eye opening experience. I did not realize how vast the extent of the French colonial empire was prior to going to this museum. There were many countries and regions that I didn’t realize were colonized by France. The most interesting thing to me was the amount … Continue reading Museum of Immigration and Grand Mosque 

The area that we were living in in Barcelona was one that showed many parallels to the “Anarchism and the City” book.  There are wide wealth gaps in Urban centers, but seeing the wealth gaps in the population of the neighborhood we were in was astonishing. As we stepped onto the street, there was a … Continue reading Barcelona and the Parallels to the Revolutionary Period from 1898-1937

In this blogpost , I will be discussing the deportation memorial , watching transatlantic , and the experience of being in Marseilles with these two perspectives.  We watched a tv show called Transatlantic which highlighted the story of Jewish people and others facing persecution from the Nazi government. These people were forced to leave their … Continue reading Deportation Memorial

Located next to the Montserrat Monastery perched on top of steep mountains, the Montserrat Museum offers a splendid display of its unique collections, ranging from archaeological artifacts originating in Egypt and Mesopotamia to more modern paintings by the famous painters Picasso and Dali, and even featuring avant-garde artworks. It was especially fascinating to explore the unique … Continue reading Motherhood through Art and Spirituality in the Montserrat Museum

The Olympics captivates global audiences with its display of athletic excellence and cultural celebration. However, hosting the Olympics can have profound and varied impacts on the host cities. On one hand, the Olympics can have a positive impact on the economy, and urban development, and enhance the infrastructure for the host city. On the other … Continue reading Balancing Act: The Dual Impact of Hosting the Olympics

Visiting Montserrat is a deeply spiritual and cultural experience that offers a unique perspective on Catalonia’s history and identity. Nestled among dramatic rock formations, the Santa Maria de Montserrat Abbey is a place of pilgrimage and a symbol of Catalonian faith and resilience. The abbey, with its stunning views and serene atmosphere, provides a perfect … Continue reading Montserrat: History and Art Amidst the Sacred Mountains