Arts center in Ain al-Hilweh showcases, exports Palestinian culture, history

Mansour displays traditional keffiyehs.(The Daily Star/Mohammed Zaatari)

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AIN AL-HILWEH, Lebanon: Preparations are in full swing for Land Day, with thousands expected to march toward the country’s border with Israel, but remembering Palestinian history doesn’t always mean marching.

A cultural center in Lebanon’s largest Palestinian refugee camp is working to document Palestinian history through artisan creations.

The center in Ain al-Hilweh features paintings from Palestinian artists, some of whom spent time in Israeli prisons, pieces made from ceramic and copper traditionally found in Palestinian homes, as well as embroidered designs, some depicting traditional Palestinian weddings. It also has maps of historic Palestine and traditional clothing.

Adla Mansour, manager of the center, says the facility reflects Palestinian culture and keeps alive knowledge of traditions, especially for Palestinians who live abroad...READ MORE