Living Hands exhibition highlights endangered Palestinian crafts
The 'Living Hands: Heritage and Design in Dialogue' exhibition opened on September 15, 2026, at the Al-Bireh Cultural Center in Ramallah, Palestine. Organized by UNESCO with EU support, it celebrates six endangered crafts, including glassblowing and pottery, and connects artisans with new markets. The project involved 24 artisans and 43 designers, aiming to preserve cultural heritage while fostering creativity and economic opportunities.
On September 15, 2026, the 'Living Hands: Heritage and Design in Dialogue' exhibition opened at the Al-Bireh Cultural Center in Ramallah, Palestine. This initiative focuses on six endangered traditional Palestinian crafts: glassblowing, pottery, olivewood carving, mother-of-pearl inlay, loom weaving, and bamboo weaving. Organized by UNESCO and supported by the European Union, the exhibition features artisans and designers working to ensure these skills survive for future generations. By highlighting these crafts, the project affirms Palestinian cultural identity and livelihood, presenting these practices as living traditions that continue to evolve and adapt. The exhibition emphasizes the role of cultural heritage in the face of adversity.
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