EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
We are honored to share highlights from our unforgettable two-day event, “Preserving Palestinian Identity: Art as Resistance.” We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our event participants, attendees, volunteers, and sponsors who made this event possible.
On July 12th and 13th in the heart of D.C., we will gather for a two-day event dedicated to educating and uplifting the voices and stories of the Palestinian people.
As people from around the world take to the streets for Palestine, the Museum of the Palestinian People seeks to provide a space that renews our connection to each other and educates the public about who we are.
Even as attempts to erase our art, culture, and people continue, we invite you to join us for two days of solidarity in sharing the art of Palestinian resistance and الصمود (Samud, steadfastness).
Join us for “Preserving Palestinian Identity: Art as Resistance,” a two-day event for all ages in the nation’s capital.
Location: The Festival Center —1640 Columbia Rd NW, Washington, DC 20009
For event inquiries, email event coordinator, Alex Costello, at alex@mpp-dc.org.
This event is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors:
A heartfelt thank you to our Resilience Club members for their unwavering support.
Friday, July 12th
Day One: 5pm to 9 pm
***Friday night is sold out***
Thank you all so much for your support
Be sure to check out Saturday’s all-day free event. Click here to register or scroll down to learn more.
5pm: Doors are open for check-in. Guests are invited to enjoy dinner provided by our generous sponsor, Falafel Inc.
6:15 pm: Opening remarks Museum Founder and Director Bshara Nassar
6:30 pm: Performances by poets Zeina Azzam, Mohammed Arafat and Lenna Jawdat
7:15 pm: Dabke Performance by Malikat Al Dabke
8 pm: Musical performance by Mohamed Karzon
9pm: Event Concludes for the Evening
Saturday, July 13th
Day Two: 11am to 5pm
Join us for an all-day event spanning three floors of the Festival Center, featuring Palestinian arts, culture, food, and more for all ages to enjoy. Scroll to learn more about what each floor has to offer.
First Floor Performance hall
Performance Schedule
- 12:30 PM: Dabke Student Performance by District Debkeh with Free Dabke Lessons Afterwards
- 1 PM: Dabke Performance by Faris El-Layl Dabke
- 1:30 PM:Artist Ahmed Mansour speaks on his works
- 2 PM: Musical performance by Mohamed Karzon
- 3 PM:Music Performance by Fuad Foty
First Floor
Vendors/Tables
- Anera
- Salma Said (Build A Sky)
- Amal Andraos (Amouls Event)
- Darzah
- Quartertonez Music
- Hamza Arman (Baladi 1948)
- Rouba Kanj (Kanj Butik)
- Shantaytijo
- Fadia Haddad Jawdat
- Dena Musfer (Levantinian)
- Watermelon Seeds Art Collective
- Aishah’s Bakery
- Michelle Saksena — Jaffa cakes
- Om Khalil’s Products
Art on Display by:
- Aya Zaqout
- Ahmed Mansour
First Floor Conference Room
Kite Painting/Community Art Build Room
Join in a community art build with Watermelon Seeds Art Collective. Purchase a kite, paint it, and take to the skies for Palestine.
Symbol of Hope
The kites dotting Gaza’s skies, adorned with Palestinian flag colors, symbolize defiance, hope, and a deep yearning for freedom. Amidst bombings and hardship, children find rare joy and solace in flying these flying miracles, which have become symbols of resilience and liberation.
History Making
In July 2011, over 15,000 kites flown by Gaza’s children set a world record, showcasing their spirit and resilience amidst occupation. Supported by a UN initiative, the event saw thousands of young Palestinians united in matching attire, filling the sky with colorful kites and a powerful message of hope and defiance. To this day, the children of the Gaza Strip hold this world record.
Second Floor
Schedule and Vendors
- 11am – 1:15 pm: Henna by Amad Mahbub
- Noon : Reading by Poet Sharif Elmusa
- 1 PM: Children’s Story time reading
- 2 PM: Readings by Poet Samar Najiah
- 3 PM: Reading by Author Simon Sakkab
- Books sold by:Middle East Books and More with Books by Yaffa for sale
- Heidi Naguib (Photographer Vendor)
Third Floor
Food Vendors
LOCATION
Festival Center—1640 Columbia Rd NW, Washington, DC 20009
The event space is wheelchair accessible, with an outdoor ramp for entry and an indoor elevator to access each floor.
Parking Needs
- (7min walk) Columbia Parking — 1813 Adams Mills Rd. NW
- (11min walk) Lot 360- DCUSA— 3100 14th St NW
- (9min walk) Colonial Parking — 2421 18th St NW
- (9min walk) Lot 812 — 2407 18th St NW
- (15min walk) Colonial Parking — 1345 14th St NW
Bus
- Columbia Rd NW & Mozart Pl NW Bus stop 42/43
- Right out-front of the Festival Center
- Columbia Rd NW & Quarry Rd NW 42/43
- Across the street from the Festival Center
Metro
(11 min walk) Columbia Heights Metro Station
BECOME A SPONSOR
Join us as a sponsor for our 2-day event.
This event will introduce Palestinian culture to the D.C. metro area, showcasing resistance through art, music, dance, literature, and food. Our goal is to preserve Palestinian art, identities, and culture while fostering community.
As a sponsor, you will:
- Engage with over 1,500 DC metro area residents.
- Have your logo displayed on all event materials.
- Gain exposure to over 30K social media followers.
We offer three sponsorship levels starting at $500, each with various benefits. Explore our sponsorship levels below to find the perfect fit for you.
To become a sponsor, please email contact Director of Development, Yasmin at yasmin@mpp-dc.org.
Thank you for considering this opportunity to support our event!
This event is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors:
A heartfelt thank you to our Resilience Club members for their unwavering support.