Global Bethlehem: Securing the Archives of a Travelling Merchant

This project will protect the building against further damage, provide access to new areas for collections and display and will enable the creation of a professional standard archive room.

The 19th century Dar Jacir house and its rare archival collection in the Occupied Palestinian Territories, are in danger of being lost due to ongoing conflict. This project will protect the building against further damage, provide access to new areas for collections and display and will enable the creation of a professional standard archive room.

Project Details

Location: Organiser(s): Dar Yusuf Nasri Jacir for Art and Research Project partner(s): The Khalidi Library (Al Khalidiyya) Funder(s): British Council Cultural Protection Fund in partnership with DCMS Funding received: £99,855.00 Commencement Date: 03/2024 Project Status: Active
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