
The 'Material Power: Palestinian Embroidery' exhibition at Kettle's Yard University of Cambridge features key pieces from the Widad Kawar Collection. 'Material Power: Palestinian Embroidery' explores the historical life and contemporary significance of Palestinian embroidery. This ancient and beautiful practice remains an important living tradition and the most prominent cultural material of Palestine today.
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Previous Exhibitions

Syrian Glory: Costume Exhibition in Honour of a Nation
The conflict in Syria has made many of its nationals refugees all over the world. This exhibition is a reminder that Syrians come from a rich cultural history which had contributed to the traditions and customs of the Middle East and beyond.

An exhibition about the story of weaving through the woven products, the women weavers, and the tools of their practice. There was focus on the different techniques and uses of Bedouin weaving to preserve a craft with a deep history that has long been an integral part of Jordanian life.
An exhibition on protective silver adornments from Jordan, Palestine, Syria, Lebanon, Iraq, Yemen and Oman.
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