Background Information
Books
Worcester is America
Armenians of Worcester
Operation Nemesis
They Can Live in the Desert but Nowhere Else
The Thirty-Year Genocide
The Forty Days of Musa Dagh
A Field Guide to the Birds of Armenia
Learn to Read Armenian in 5 Days
Videos
Armenian National Center of Folk Music and Dance
A collection of historical and contemporary performances from Armenia’s folk heritage.
David’s Been Here: Armenia & Artsakh Series (2019)
25-part travel & food vlog covering Armenia and Artsakh.
What is Armenian Food? – Aline Kamakian
An interview with the Mayrig founder on Armenian cuisine and culinary heritage.
CNN – On the Road in Armenia
CNN's documentary exploring Armenia's culture, cities, and post-Soviet identity.
Armenia – Once in a Lifetime Journey
A complete travel guide to Armenia's beauty, culture, and ancient landmarks.
Armenia: The Land of Noah
A poetic and cultural video exploring Armenia's biblical and historical significance.
Anthony Bourdain & Serj Tankian – Parts Unknown
A deeply personal exploration of Armenia's food and political memory with Bourdain & Serj.
Conan O’Brien Visits Armenia
Comedian Conan O’Brien’s humorous and heartfelt trip to Armenia with his assistant Sona.
Movies
- HayFilm is a YouTube account that collects Armenian movies, particularly older ones from the Soviet Era. Many classics are available, including “The Men”, which is commemorated in a statue in Yerevan. Subtitles in English are sporadically available.
- Many Armenian films, or films with famous Armenian actors such as Fruznik Mkrtchyan, are available in the archives of the Moscow Cinema Concern due to Armenia’s history as a Soviet Republic. The film Mimino is particularly recommended.
- The Promise, Directed by Terry George, available on DVD
- Ararat, Directed by Atom Egoyan, available on DVD
- They Shall Not Perish: The Story of Near East Relief available on Netflix