Jerusalem Notebook

Rediscover Jerusalem through a Palestinian lens.
Culture, Art, and Heritage Creating a Jaow: The Jerusalem Troupe’s Zaffeh Vibe

Keeping the Palestinian Jerusalemite jaow (vibe) alive: music, zaffeh, and community

Culture, Art, and Heritage Hakayet Turath: Affirming Palestinian Presence by Blending Craft, Archaeology, and Art with Daily Life

Local educators, designers, artists, and archaeology researchers highlight the magic in everyday objects.

Neighborhoods beyond the Wall A Virtual Tour of Kufr ‘Aqab and a Project That Offers Hope for Reimagining Its Future

How do you imagine Jerusalem without the Separation Wall and checkpoints?

Blog Posts

What Is Jerusalem? Fear and Anxiety Permeate Palestinian Life in Jerusalem

Palestinian Jerusalemites share fear and anxiety about their lives and future amid increasing political violence and difficult economic conditions.

What Is Jerusalem? A Nun Recalls Living through the 1967 War in Jerusalem and the Changes Since

A nun who’s been in Jerusalem since before 1967 observes a changed city and growing harassment of Christians.

Jerusalem Day 2026: Israelis Chant “May Your Village Burn” and “Death to Arabs” on State-Sponsored “Flag March”

This year’s “Jerusalem Day” sees intensified Israeli violence against Palestinians and activists.

Prince Hassan of Jordan launches the Hashemite Endowment for Jerusalem

 A new initiative offers hope to beleaguered Jerusalemites

Closure and Access to Jerusalem Jerusalem’s Old City Reopens, but Residents Worry It May Not Be for Long

Israel finally allows Jerusalem’s Old City a respite after nearly six weeks of closure

Spiritual and Religious Life “A Real Emptiness”: Catholic Christians of Jerusalem Are Deprived of Their Holy Week

No one is spared this holiday season, including Christians in Jerusalem.

Closure and Access to Jerusalem How Old City Shopkeepers Are Facing an Unprecedented Closure: Voices from the Souks

Resilience in the face of attempted erasure

Closure and Access to Jerusalem Perspective: Is the War Inside the Old City? A Solemn Walk through Damascus Gate

Chronicling a ghost town