Ein Hod Artists Village
Ein Hod Artists Village
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Be sure to coordinate your visit! An inspiring experience in the picturesque artists' village. Suitable for groups or individuals, all ages and levels, in Hebrew or English. Observe the artist at work and get a demonstration in one of the studios - pottery, printmaking, painting, music, photography, ceramic sculpture and others.
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Le Trong C
1 contribution
Nov 2020
my friends and I visited this place on a Shabbath day during the covid time. There are so many amazing artworks there from the local artists and they all have the numbers on the map, so it makes our visit very easy. My favorite spot is an old second-hand book shop even it doesn't have so many English books but I found a good one there. Highly recommended!
Written November 30, 2020
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mzungu45
4 contributions
Apr 2022
This is an interesting place, and you can learn about it by going to their web site. But the sad history is not mentioned there. This was originally a Palestinian village. Most Palestinian villages were "depopulated" (choose your word and it's different in different villages) and destroyed after Zionists created the state of Israel in 1948. This one was "saved" and became an artist village. But the original Palestinian residents were not allowed to return. Most ended up in refugee camps. Some actually formed a new village just a few miles away, "Ein Howd al-Jadidah" (New Ein Howd). The signs have various spellings, and you might see signs for "Ein Hod" and "Ein Howd" and not realize they are two different villages. I visited both of them and actually have a whole book on the subject of these two villages, THE OBJECT OF MEMORY; ARAB AND JEW NARRATIVE THE PALESTINIAN VILLAGE by Susan Slyomovics.
Anyway, I think the village is worth visiting to see the art and to meet some of the artists. But I have to say (as an American Jew) that although I want Jews to have a safe place and like seeing a state of Israel with thriving arts (and science, etc.), I feel very sad that it was done--and is continuing to be done--at the expense of Palestinians. And I feel bad that this "other narrative," the tragedy/catastrophe ("Nakba" in Arabic) is not acknowledged, and this village is an example of that.
Anyway, I think the village is worth visiting to see the art and to meet some of the artists. But I have to say (as an American Jew) that although I want Jews to have a safe place and like seeing a state of Israel with thriving arts (and science, etc.), I feel very sad that it was done--and is continuing to be done--at the expense of Palestinians. And I feel bad that this "other narrative," the tragedy/catastrophe ("Nakba" in Arabic) is not acknowledged, and this village is an example of that.
Written May 12, 2022
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biophiliac
Ann Arbor136 contributions
Jul 2022 • Solo
I agree with everything positive written about this remarkable place and the need to make arrangements in advance.
This is a hidden “essence” of the Israeli/Zionist experience and shows one important side of it: Jews from the Holocaust (and spurred on in terms of this place by a Romanian artist) find a safe home in Israel and create some wonderful things: great literature, art, and science!!!
As a Jew— my parents were refugees from antisemitism/-I love that. BUT…
…the other side of the equally dramatic story is not mentioned on the web site or any reviews I read. And I doubt it will even be mentioned if you visit even though there is a whole book on the subject.
There are 2 villages not one. Ein Hod, the artist, was a Palestinian village, The Zionists conquered it and expelled the original inhabitants. (They loved the architecture and wanted to save it for themselves even converting a mosque to a restaurant which makes more sense in a now-Jewish village!)
Ok, so many original inhabitants ended up further away in refugee camps. Some insisted on staying very close and creating a new Arab village, Ein Houd. It took a long time but it’s now a recognized Arab Israeli village only a few miles away!!! No one tells you this, but I visited. They have a FANTASTIC restaurant!!! The waiter says to me, “ there is no menu. I bring what my mother makes and I keep bringing food until you tell me to stop.” I met a nice Israeli couple there. They were top people in Israeli security and knew nothing of the history. “You’re telling us the history of our country, one told me. I have lots of pictures of all this.
So in sum: enjoy the artist colony but the full story is more interesting and gives you the essence of Israel: building, conquering, creating, flourishing in many ways but wanting to forget the price paid by another people. And it’s worse than that: the forgetting allows the disaster for Palestinians (which they call “the Nakba” to continue. IT IS CONTINUING in the occupied areas now.
This is a hidden “essence” of the Israeli/Zionist experience and shows one important side of it: Jews from the Holocaust (and spurred on in terms of this place by a Romanian artist) find a safe home in Israel and create some wonderful things: great literature, art, and science!!!
As a Jew— my parents were refugees from antisemitism/-I love that. BUT…
…the other side of the equally dramatic story is not mentioned on the web site or any reviews I read. And I doubt it will even be mentioned if you visit even though there is a whole book on the subject.
There are 2 villages not one. Ein Hod, the artist, was a Palestinian village, The Zionists conquered it and expelled the original inhabitants. (They loved the architecture and wanted to save it for themselves even converting a mosque to a restaurant which makes more sense in a now-Jewish village!)
Ok, so many original inhabitants ended up further away in refugee camps. Some insisted on staying very close and creating a new Arab village, Ein Houd. It took a long time but it’s now a recognized Arab Israeli village only a few miles away!!! No one tells you this, but I visited. They have a FANTASTIC restaurant!!! The waiter says to me, “ there is no menu. I bring what my mother makes and I keep bringing food until you tell me to stop.” I met a nice Israeli couple there. They were top people in Israeli security and knew nothing of the history. “You’re telling us the history of our country, one told me. I have lots of pictures of all this.
So in sum: enjoy the artist colony but the full story is more interesting and gives you the essence of Israel: building, conquering, creating, flourishing in many ways but wanting to forget the price paid by another people. And it’s worse than that: the forgetting allows the disaster for Palestinians (which they call “the Nakba” to continue. IT IS CONTINUING in the occupied areas now.
Written June 1, 2023
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addiemh
Israel33 contributions
May 2013 • Couples
Ein Hod is called an artists village and some of the people who live there are actual artists, but most of the place is sham. Basically it's a tourist trap. There are many arts and crafts galleries but nothing very original, and the prices are outrageous. And don't eat there. The eating places are even worse, mediocre food pretending to be gourmet with prices to match.
Written April 23, 2014
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heatherpo
milwaukee94 contributions
Dec 2019
As you can see by reading the reviews and the commenst from lea, you must pre coordinate your trip to Ein Hod. We did andhad a lovely experience. We had a tour of the artists village and then met with a few artists before having our own workshop with Lea - one of the artists. We did screen printing which was loads of fun. Only one of the four of us was an artist but the rest of us were still able to enjoy the art project. It was a highlight of the trip. A very interesting and unique community of 150 families in Ein Hod that are all artists. It would be hard to experience the village without having a tour guide. Many of the galleries are in peoples homes so not always open of accessible for those that just drop in. Definitey a lovely off the beaten path kind of experience. I would highly recommend.
Written December 25, 2019
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Gary97713
Boston, MA33 contributions
Mar 2018
My wife and I stayed in Ein Hod for several days. We met a number of the artists who were willing to take the time to talk with us about their work. Many of their homes double as studios and galleries. It's a beautiful quiet location that's great for a retreat or even a short visit. It's also a good base for exploring more of Northern Israel if you have a car. There's a great Argentinian restaurant in the village and a music box museum adjacent to the village that's definitely worth a visit.
Written April 9, 2018
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Thank Gary, we are honored.
Written April 10, 2018
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bluesmama11
Castleton On Hudson, NY4,221 contributions
Sep 2016 • Couples
Recommended by a cousin who lives in Haifa so we thought we would stop in on our was from Caesoria to Haifa
It's a beautiful place to explore, with all of its outdoor sculptures and art, but we arrived too late in the day - around 5 pm and everything was closed...I think there was one cafe and a bookstore open
Nice views
So that was disappointing-- some of th larger galleries and art museum may have also just been closed the day we were there
It's not a good place to go if you have mobility issues..you have to park your car and walk in if you are not a resident
It's a beautiful place to explore, with all of its outdoor sculptures and art, but we arrived too late in the day - around 5 pm and everything was closed...I think there was one cafe and a bookstore open
Nice views
So that was disappointing-- some of th larger galleries and art museum may have also just been closed the day we were there
It's not a good place to go if you have mobility issues..you have to park your car and walk in if you are not a resident
Written September 24, 2016
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It is mostly advised to contact us via our Web site for best hours to visit.
The possibility for tourists with luggage or disabled to park your car in Ein Hod for your convenience and to avoid car burglary.
We will do our utmost for the disabled. Despite the slope Ein Hod is buit on, we do have answers for the mobility issue .
Meet artists in studios and galleries, usually obscured from unplanned visitors.
Experience art workshops B&B restaurants coffee places and much, much more.
PLEASE COORDINATE YOUR VISIT
https://www.tripadvisor.co.il/ShowUserReviews-g293982-d325456-r379227411-Ein_Hod_Artists_Village-Haifa_Haifa_District.html#
Written September 25, 2016
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Alluzja
Belfast, UK65 contributions
Sep 2016 • Couples
Amazing place to visit. Every corner, street, court and garden has something to show. I am enchanted with the place. Janco Dada Museum, countless galleries, little art shops and restaurants/cafes. Welcoming, friendly and open people with endless stories.
Please allocate the right amount of time to see whole village as it is absolutely wonderful.
I love the place and will be happy to visit again
Please allocate the right amount of time to see whole village as it is absolutely wonderful.
I love the place and will be happy to visit again
Written September 21, 2016
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AdventurerJudy
Chicago, Illinois379 contributions
Jan 2016 • Friends
We spent an afternoon visiting the Janco Dada museum, Ein-Hod Central Gallery showing artists works from the village and wandering the streets to visit artisans workshops that were open. Absolutely worthwhile visit and plan to return. Check out the ceramics, mosaics, the sculptures and Lezer Manole's work.
Written January 28, 2016
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ED R
2 contributions
Jul 2015 • Couples
There is no parking within the village and only a public lot across the street. After our short visit (only two shops were still open at 3PM on a Tuesday), we came back to the car to find a window was broken and everything in the car had been stolen!! As we looked around, we noticed other areas of broken glass in the parking lot. The police refused to come to take a report, and we had to go to Zickron Yackov to make a report. The police could not have cared less about the incident. Unless you have someone willing to stay in the car while you are in the village, I would not recommend risking it.
Written August 15, 2015
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Dear Guest,
We are so sorry to hear about your terrible experience.
To avoid such a situation, PLEASE coordinate your visit to ensure open galleries.
If you have viewable bags or belongings in your car PLEASE contact and we will open the gate for you.
PLEASE COORDINATE YOUR VISIT WITH US.
Written August 18, 2015
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Shalom, I’m interested in visiting the village and going on a tour. Is there a cost for the tour? We’re a group of six people. Would we have our own tour or be part of another one?
Written May 8, 2023
Hi when can I visit your village, I mean open hours?
Здравствуйте, подскажите пожалуйста время работы.
Written October 30, 2022
Are the town and galleries easily accessible for wheelchairs and people with trouble walking, or is it older, with many uneven walking surfaces? Thank you
Written October 12, 2019
Hello, you can contact a very pleasant lady called Lea, she is in charge of all the art galleries in Ein Hod and has one of her own. Her phone number is +972-544811968 or her husband called Dan, also an artist and a very lively guy, tel: +972-548119621. Good luck!
Written October 13, 2019
hi there, as an artist soon to make aliyah in may from cape town, how does one get to show ones paintings....
thanks
Written March 19, 2018
I would go into any of the dozens of shops and show them your work and ask? no harm in asking
Written May 18, 2018
Horaires de visites
Est ce plus beau à visiter de jour où à la tombée de la nuit ???
Written September 28, 2017
Day time
Please contact us with our Web site to coordinate your visit
Written October 26, 2017
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