46 result(s) for construction work in Community & Culture
Dismissed Director Reappointed to Lead Key Renovation at National Museum in Hungary
- 8 Dec 2025 2:57 PM
- http://www.hatc.hu
- community & culture
Two years after his dismissal as director of the National Museum, László L. Simon has been appointed to manage the near Ft 800 million renovation of the room containing St. István’s coronation mantle, Mandiner reports.
Spreading Holiday Cheer: The Christmas Shoebox Action in Hungary
- 1 Dec 2025 2:24 PM
- community & culture
The Christmas Shoebox Action (known locally as Cipősdoboz Akció) is a major charity drive aimed at collecting and distributing Christmas gifts to disadvantaged children, primarily here in Hungary. The core goal is simple: to ensure these children receive a present that brings a genuine smile to their faces during the holidays — a simple joy that many of us take for granted—and to offer something ...
Increasing Number of Expats in Hungary: More Foreigners But Young Locals Leaving
- 12 Nov 2025 5:26 PM
- community & culture
According to the latest data from the Hungarian Central Statistical Office (KSH), more than 255,000 foreign nationals were officially registered as residents at the start of 2025. While the number of foreign citizens and expats living in Hungary continues to grow, many young Hungarians are choosing to move abroad in search of better work and lifestyle opportunities.
Klimt Criminal Complaint: African Prince's Escape From Hungary Scandal Escalates
- 16 Jul 2025 8:24 AM
- community & culture
The ministry of construction and transport has filed with police a criminal complaint over a painting by Gustav Klimt which is believed to have been taken out of the country illegally, the ministry said in a statement on Tuesday.
Night of Museums: Special Guided Walks & Unusual Exhibitions at Hungarian National Gallery, 21 June
- 18 Jun 2025 10:38 AM
- community & culture
Art Nouveau poster art, the oeuvre of painter Gyula Czimra, and much more can be seen during the Night of Museums on Saturday at the National Gallery in Budapest.
St. Lucy's Day Traditions In Hungary, 13 December
- 10 Dec 2024 10:45 AM
- http://puszta.com/eng
- community & culture
"Named after the Christian virgin, St. Lucy's day (Lucia or Luca’s day - luca napja) is one of the richest in customs and superstitions in Hungary. Before the Gregorian calendar reform, it was the shortest and darkest day of the year, and it marked the beginning of the winter solstice. It is for this reason that numerous traditions and fertility games are linked to this special day.
Cultural Revelation: When & Where New Hungarian National Gallery Expected to Open
- 4 Oct 2024 7:29 AM
- community & culture
Construction of the new National Gallery is scheduled to start in the City Park next year and open its doors to the public by the end of this decade, the company in charge of the project, Varosliget Zrt, said on Thursday.
Rare Renaissance Marble Carving Unearthed in Visegrád Castle
- 3 Jul 2024 1:53 PM
- http://hungarytoday.hu/
- community & culture
A unique Renaissance altarpiece has been discovered at Visegrád Castle (Central-Hungary).
Expat Explainer: St. Lucy's Day Traditions in Hungary, 13 December
- 11 Dec 2023 7:41 AM
- community & culture
"Named after the Christian virgin, St. Lucy's day (Lucia or Luca’s day - luca napja) is one of the richest in customs and superstitions in Hungary. Before the Gregorian calendar reform, it was the shortest and darkest day of the year, and it marked the beginning of the winter solstice. It is for this reason that numerous traditions and fertility games are linked to this special day.
Dismissed Director Reappointed to Lead Key Renovation at National Museum in Hungary
- 8 Dec 2025 2:57 PM
- http://www.hatc.hu
- community & culture
Two years after his dismissal as director of the National Museum, László L. Simon has been appointed to manage the near Ft 800 million renovation of the room containing St. István’s coronation mantle, Mandiner reports.
Spreading Holiday Cheer: The Christmas Shoebox Action in Hungary
- 1 Dec 2025 2:24 PM
- community & culture
The Christmas Shoebox Action (known locally as Cipősdoboz Akció) is a major charity drive aimed at collecting and distributing Christmas gifts to disadvantaged children, primarily here in Hungary. The core goal is simple: to ensure these children receive a present that brings a genuine smile to their faces during the holidays — a simple joy that many of us take for granted—and to offer something ...
Increasing Number of Expats in Hungary: More Foreigners But Young Locals Leaving
- 12 Nov 2025 5:26 PM
- community & culture
According to the latest data from the Hungarian Central Statistical Office (KSH), more than 255,000 foreign nationals were officially registered as residents at the start of 2025. While the number of foreign citizens and expats living in Hungary continues to grow, many young Hungarians are choosing to move abroad in search of better work and lifestyle opportunities.
Klimt Criminal Complaint: African Prince's Escape From Hungary Scandal Escalates
- 16 Jul 2025 8:24 AM
- community & culture
The ministry of construction and transport has filed with police a criminal complaint over a painting by Gustav Klimt which is believed to have been taken out of the country illegally, the ministry said in a statement on Tuesday.
Night of Museums: Special Guided Walks & Unusual Exhibitions at Hungarian National Gallery, 21 June
- 18 Jun 2025 10:38 AM
- community & culture
Art Nouveau poster art, the oeuvre of painter Gyula Czimra, and much more can be seen during the Night of Museums on Saturday at the National Gallery in Budapest.
St. Lucy's Day Traditions In Hungary, 13 December
- 10 Dec 2024 10:45 AM
- http://puszta.com/eng
- community & culture
"Named after the Christian virgin, St. Lucy's day (Lucia or Luca’s day - luca napja) is one of the richest in customs and superstitions in Hungary. Before the Gregorian calendar reform, it was the shortest and darkest day of the year, and it marked the beginning of the winter solstice. It is for this reason that numerous traditions and fertility games are linked to this special day.
Cultural Revelation: When & Where New Hungarian National Gallery Expected to Open
- 4 Oct 2024 7:29 AM
- community & culture
Construction of the new National Gallery is scheduled to start in the City Park next year and open its doors to the public by the end of this decade, the company in charge of the project, Varosliget Zrt, said on Thursday.
Rare Renaissance Marble Carving Unearthed in Visegrád Castle
- 3 Jul 2024 1:53 PM
- http://hungarytoday.hu/
- community & culture
A unique Renaissance altarpiece has been discovered at Visegrád Castle (Central-Hungary).
Expat Explainer: St. Lucy's Day Traditions in Hungary, 13 December
- 11 Dec 2023 7:41 AM
- community & culture
"Named after the Christian virgin, St. Lucy's day (Lucia or Luca’s day - luca napja) is one of the richest in customs and superstitions in Hungary. Before the Gregorian calendar reform, it was the shortest and darkest day of the year, and it marked the beginning of the winter solstice. It is for this reason that numerous traditions and fertility games are linked to this special day.