Monument Man
Saving the Legation – unique American historic monument overseas – from oblivion and neglect, and telling its compelling story, has been my work over these past four years.
The Return of the Legation Lions
A gift the President cannot refuse: take the Sultan’s lions, or my head will be chopped off!
Calling All QR Readers
Help bring our museum closer to the 21st century: test our QR app, and let us know what you find!
Al Jazeera: the Legation “Min Washington”
“Min Washington” by Abderrahim Foukara airs on Al Jazeera Arabic this week, and features an in-depth report of the Tangier American Legation and its long history.
USS Elrod in Tangier & the “Mohammed VI” in Brest
Frigates – Moroccan and American – are in the news this week, as Tangier on the Strait of Gibraltar is reminded of its strategic position.
When Sidi Bouariqiya Was a Nationalist Shrine
Sid Bouariqiya in Tangier was the scene of a major Moroccan nationalist event on 1 January 1950: the burial of Mhammad Ahmed Benaboud, who died in a plane crash in Pakistan.
Have Piano, Will Play
Come with me to the Legation, we can make beautiful music together (Yosemite Sam, paraphrased).
January in Black & White
4 films, drama & documentary, slaves, freedom fighters, prisoners and presidents. All on the theme of Black and White, in South Africa, the U.S., and… Morocco.
UNE Tangier: 1st American University Campus in Morocco
The University of New England (UNE) campus is a first in Morocco, and has just – quietly – opened its doors in Tangier.
Sidi Bouarraquia’s Back!
Colorful cortege in honor of the Mouloud and Tangier’s patron saint Sidi Bouarraquia.
