Amore Studii. Out of love of learning In the Middle Ages, even though no formal education for females existed, we know that there were powerful and educated women.
Map and text Important locations in Copernicus’ life Nicolaus Copernicus rose to fame due to his interest in the stars. But where did he spend his life on Earth? Most of his sites of activity are found in present-day Poland, and many of them also relate to German history.
Map and text In Copernicus’ name These days, there are a whole host of organizations in Poland, Germany, and the USA bearing the name Copernicus. Although they all relate to the same historical person, they have quite different goals.
Background Article Off the Beaten Track? The Communist Legacy of East-Central Europe as a Tourism Resource The legacy of state socialism is one of many resources that Eastern Europe can harness for urban tourism. From rides in a Trabant to guided tours of authentic historical sites, “Communism Tours” aim to bring recent history to life through tangible experiences.
Online publication Online Publications The Northeast Institute publishes research articles as well as sources and documents under the heading "Online Publications", which provide uncomplicated access to selected topics in the history of Northeast Europe.
