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Huna Al Quds: Palestinian Art and Culture in Jerusalem during the Early 20th Century—Opening Night
Museum of the Palestinian People
1900 18th St NW
Washington, DC 20009
USA
The exhibition will present an overview of cultural and artistic life in Jerusalem during the British Mandate years (1917–1948). Curated by Rula Dughman, “Huna Al Quds” invites visitors to explore the rich heritage and lives of Jerusalemites before The Nakba through a diverse collection of paintings, photos, and more.
The work of Jerusalem Story is featured as part of the exhibit.
OPENING NIGHT: Curator Rula Dughman will lead a ticketed curatorial tour of the exhibition at 6:00 p.m. The museum will be open to visitors with reserved tickets from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m., followed by a casual reception. Ticket prices range between $10 and $25.
SEPT 30: There is also a Curatorial Tour on Saturday September 30, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.
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Announcement
Nights of Tarab in the Jerusalem of Arabs (Layali al-Tarab fi Quds al-‘Arab)
Garden of the National Conservatory of Music
11 al-Zahra Street, Shihabi Building
East Jerusalem
Yabous Cultural Centre in Jerusalem
10 al-Zahra Street
East Jerusalem
The National Conservatory of Music and Yabous Cultural Centre are launching the 11th edition of the music festival Layali al-Tarab fi Quds al-‘Arab (Nights of Tarab in the Jerusalem of Arabs), with the support of the Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development.
While focusing on Tarab, the festival will feature a variety of musical genres that are not limited to traditional Arabic music. Performances will run over the course of three months, hosting young talents and music bands, including Nai Barghouti’s band, Faraj Suleiman, DAM band, and Banat al-Quds.
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