Museum of the Palestinian People

Museum of the Palestinian People's 7th Annual Dinner
2024-10-18 18:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York)
This event is sold out, but you can still support the Museum’s fundraising efforts by donating or participating in our silent auction.

Voices from Falastin - Second Show
2024-09-29 19:00 - 20:30 | Sitar Arts Center, 1700 Kalorama Rd NW #101, Washington, DC, 20009, United States
As we approach the one year mark since our people in Palestine showed the world that the Palestinian people will continue to resist against the occupation of our land, the Museum of the Palestinian People will be hosting Voices from Falastin, a performance that will honor and center the Palestinian voices and direct testimonies from inside Gaza and the West Bank over the last 365 days.
In just one year, the Lancet Report estimates the death toll in Palestine to be more than 186,000. As we continue forward in the diaspora and in Washington, DC, we vow to honor those who have been killed in the ongoing genocide and ensure their voices are heard across the world. In Voices from Falastin we will spotlight testimonies from Khan Younis in Southern Gaza to the testimonies of children illegally imprisoned in Israeli prisons. Each testimony vividly conveys stories of forced expulsion, love, despair and steadfast resilience. All the testimonies will be read and performed by Palestinians living in the DMV area.
On Sunday, September 29, we will host two showings of Voices from Falastin at 3pm and 7pm. Proceeds from the showings will be donated to HEAL Palestine and Anera to support the dire need for mutual aid in the form of medical treatment, food, shelter, and more in Gaza and the West Bank.
We hope you will join us as an act of solidarity for our people on the land who remain steadfast in their resistance against all odds.

Voices from Falastin - First Show
2024-09-29 15:00 - 16:30 | Sitar Arts Center, 1700 Kalorama Rd NW #101, Washington, DC, 20009, United States

Preserving Palestinian Identity (Day 2)
2024-07-13 11:00 - 17:00 | The Festival Center, 1640 Columbia Rd NW, Washington, D.C., 20009, United States
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).
Gather together in community for our two-day event, “Preserving Palestinian Identity: Art as Resistance” on July 12th and 13th in Washington D.C.
On Saturday, our community will come together for a family-friendly day of Palestinian history lessons, a Voices from Gaza Reading, art from Palestinian artists, Palestinian food, live painting, kite education and painting table, and henna tattoos.
Tickets: Free with a suggested donation ($5, $10, $20)
Register today!
Saturday, July 13th SCHEDULE:
11am-5pm
11:00 am – Festival Opens
Throughout the day at the tables:
First Floor

On Display:Art from Palestine and the Diaspora
Community Art Project
Kite Painting Table / Section
Traditional Palestinian Crafts Showcase
Henna Tattooing

Second Floor— Reading Nook

Live Readings from Hannah Moushabeck
Interlink Publishing Table, oldest Palestinian-owned publisher in the US.
Middle Eastern Book Store Table

Third Floor
Food by:

Chef Marcelle G Afram (Shababi)
Chef Jinan Deena (Bayti- Palestinian Hospitality Culinary Experience)

Cosby Hall Event Schedule

12:30 pm-1pm: Dabke Student Performance by District Debkeh with Free Dabke Lessons Afterwards
1 pm: Dabke Performance by Faris El-Layl Dabke
1:30 pm – 2:00 pm: Artist Ahmed Mansour speaks on his works
2pm – 2:30 pm: Musical performance by Mohamed Karzon
3pm – 4pm: Music Performance by Fuad Foty

Preserving Identity: Art as Resistance — Night 1
2024-07-12 17:00 - 21:00 | The Festival Center, 1640 Columbia Rd NW, Washington, D.C., 20009, United States
Tickets for Friday are now sold out
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).
On Friday night, Palestinian voices take center stage as we amplify Palestinian art and heritage that has been passed down for generations.
We’ll start the night with Bshara Nassar, the founder and director of the Museum of the Palestinian People, then reflect on the ongoing struggle for liberation through the prose and poems of Zeina Azzam and Mohammed Arafat. Malikat Al Dabka will then tell the story of the tradition and steps of Dabka before Ahmad Damen weaves together the tales of the Palestinian songs he performs with his musical talents.
Friday schedule:
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
9 pm: Event Concludes for the Evening
