The Columbia or American cemetery was declared a National Monument this Wednesday, when the 94th anniversary of the ratification of the Hay-Quesada Treaty is commemorated on the Isle of Youth, which restored Cuba's sovereignty over the former Isle of Pines.
XIII Havana Biennial will have 52 invited countries
The XIII Havana Biennial will be held from April 12 to May 12 and will feature the presence of about 300 artists from the island and 52 invited countries, said Margarita Gonzalez Lorente today, chief of the curatorship commission of the event.
University of Informatics takes attractive proposals to Cuba´s Book Fair
The possibility of downloading free applications and games is one of the attractions that the public can enjoy at the stand of the Universidad de las Ciencias Informáticas (UCI), one of the Cuban institutions participating at the XXVIII edition of the International Book Fair (FIL), Cuba 2019.
The first public museum in Cuba, Emilio Bacardi, turns 120
The 120th anniversary of the Emilio Bacardí Moreau Provincial Museum, the first public museum founded in Cuba, will be celebrated in this Santigao de Cuba on the 12th and 13th, with the 11th edition of the Bacardí in Memoriam Heritage Researchers event.
Cuba 2019 International Book Fair Inaugurated
The International Book Fair (IDF), Cuba 2019, a cultural event considered the most significant of the Cuban publishing movement, was inaugurated this Thursday with the presence of Miguel Diaz-Canel, President of the Councils of States and Ministers.
Azzedine Mihoubi: The Book Fair is a bridge for relations between Algeria and Cuba
The International Book Fair (IDF) is a bridge to enhance cultural cooperation between Cuba and Algeria, the guest of honor at this XXVIII edition, according to Azzedine Mihoubi, Minister of Culture of the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria, at the opening of the event today in this capital.
Brazilian theologian Frei Betto to deliver conference in Pedagogy 2019
The conference Education and Critical Consciousness, by Brazilian theologian Frei Betto, will be one of the main activities of the XVI International Pedagogical Congress 2019 on its third day.
Pedagogy 2019 Inaugurated in Havana
The 16th International Pedagogy Congress kicked off on Monday in Havana with the participation of some 600 representatives from 42 countries. The event is being held at the International Convention Center with the presence of Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel Bermudez.
The world´s largest rag doll on exhibition in Camagüey
The presentation of María Parchitos, the world's largest rag doll, will be one of the most attractive events of this Sunday, as part of the celebrations for the 505th anniversary of the former village of Santa María del Puerto del Príncipe.
Acosta Danza will present its season Rituals
Acosta Danza, company directed by First Dancer Carlos Acosta, will present its new season "Rituals" on February 15, 16 and 17 at the García Lorca Hall of the Alicia Alonso Grand Theater.
Havana and Pittsburgh universities sign MoU
A Memorandum of Understanding between the Universities of Havana and Pittsburgh were signed in this capital, as a continuation of the academic exchanges that both institutions already have.
Cuba celebrates First International Education Day at Unesco
Cuba's permanent delegation to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (Unesco) joined today with satisfaction and enthusiasm the celebration, for the first time, of International Education Day, according to a statement issued in Paris.
Viengsay Valdés appointed Deputy Director of Cuba's National Ballet
The first dancer of the Ballet Nacional de Cuba (BNC) Viengsay Valdés was appointed deputy director of the company directed by the legendary Alicia Alonso.
Casa de las Americas 2019 Literary Award Inaugurated in Havana
The President of Casa de las Americas Cultural Institution, Roberto Fernandez Retamar inaugurated on Monday in Havana the entity's Literary Award, according to Prensa Latina News Agency.
US Jazz Musicians in Favor of Broadening ties with Cuban Counterparts
Members of the US Jazz group Moshulu Band highlighted on Friday in Havana how they will contribute in improving relations between their country and Cuba.