The Knesset Museum, located in the National Institutions building in Jerusalem, is nearing completion and is set to open soon. The building, originally constructed in the 1930s, has a rich history and was previously occupied by various government and religious organizations. The museum is expected to showcase the history and significance of the Knesset, Israel's parliament. In other news, a memorial tribute to Shai Doron, the late president of the Jerusalem Foundation, has been postponed due to expected inclement weather. The event will honor Doron's legacy and vision for Jerusalem and will include the establishment of the Shai Doron Center for Leadership and the Humanities. Additionally, the iconic Orion Cinema in Jerusalem, which closed in the 1990s, is set to reopen and resume screening movies. The cinema, known for its grand architecture, was a popular entertainment venue in the city for many years.
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