Jerusalem Notebook

Blog Posts

The Palestinian Art Court—al-Hoash: Connecting Palestinian Artists with the World

A space for Palestinian visual art and culture in Jerusalem

Sunbula: The Fair-Trade Crafts Store Connecting Palestine to the World

A labor of love that empowers artisans and preserves heritage

Spiritual and Religious Life Jerusalem the Spectral and Fantastical: In Conversation with Ahmad Nabil

Sharing legends and paranormal activities may be crucial for preserving the collective memory of Jerusalem.

Who Are the Palestinians of Jerusalem? At a Little Shop in the Old City of Jerusalem, Textile Designs Have History to Tell

Bilal Abu Khalaf sells exceptional fabrics and shares intricate details about their importance throughout history.

Who Are the Palestinians of Jerusalem? Crafting Arabesques in Jerusalem

A retired Jerusalemite writer and researcher creates his own Arab architecture museum in Ras al-Amud.

Juggling with Life in Jerusalem

Street circus artist Ahmad Ju‘beh opens up about how he came to find his calling and what it means to him.