Made Heritage

Made heritage refers to the things we make and build that reflect who we are and how we live. Many cultures have building types and architecture unique to them. There are specific types of clothing, tools, and other artifacts that help cultures survive but also to express themselves through art and craftsmanship..

Note that religious buildings have been categorized under “sacred places” on this site, although many of them could also fall under this category.

Dachas in Kyiv: Student Observations

During my Russian studies at Indiana University over the past two years, the concept of a “dacha” or Soviet-era summer home always intrigued me. While my family has taken multiple vacations during which we stayed in cabins in Indiana or the Great Smoky Mountains, we—like most Americans—were happy to return to our permanent home. Yet […]

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