Museum of the Palestinian People

Museum of the Palestinian People We share the rich history, vibrant arts & culture, and spirit of the Palestinian people. Discover what unites us. Our stories are many, our hearts are one.

The Palestinian people hail from an ancient land with over 4,000 years of history. Empires have come and gone, only to make Palestinian culture richer and more colorful. The Museum of the Palestinian People is the first museum in Washington D.C. devoted to exploring and celebrating Palestinian history, arts and culture. It started in 2015 as a traveling exhibit, visiting over 50 locations across t

he country, and has now found a home in the heart of the nation’s capital. By sharing the stories of the Palestinian people with those who walk through our doors, we invite the world to discover what unites us all. The museum:

Shares Palestinian stories through historic artifacts, personal narratives and artistic expression to transcend separation, fragmentation, and boundaries. Connects Palestinians in the US, Palestine and the diaspora with each other to evoke pride and dignity and to impart this to future generations. Partners with other institutions and connect with broader audiences committed to our shared humanity.

As the World Cup is well underway, we want to highlight that we still have spots available for teams to join our first a...
06/15/2026

As the World Cup is well underway, we want to highlight that we still have spots available for teams to join our first annual Suleiman Al-Obeid Soccer Tournament.

While Palestine is not in the World Cup this year, it is ever present across teams, fans, and our flag flying high at matches.

Join us on July 26th to honor and play for our people who are no longer able to play.

Link in bio to register your team.

We are excited to announce that this Wednesday, June 17th we are hosting Ramsey Hanhan’s book launch! 🕕: 7pm-9pm📍: Middl...
06/14/2026

We are excited to announce that this Wednesday, June 17th we are hosting Ramsey Hanhan’s book launch!

🕕: 7pm-9pm
📍: Middle East Books and More
🎟️: Free admission but tickets needed

RSVP using the link in our bio!

Are you looking for a Summer opportunity? We are hiring a GIS QA & Application Specialist to join our Bayt wa Balad team...
06/09/2026

Are you looking for a Summer opportunity? We are hiring a GIS QA & Application Specialist to join our Bayt wa Balad team.

We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis as the preferred start date is July 1.

Job description and application instructions are linked in our bio.

This Saturday, June 13, from 7-9pm join us at MPP for our new exhibit opening: From Lily’s View. An exhibition honoring ...
06/08/2026

This Saturday, June 13, from 7-9pm join us at MPP for our new exhibit opening: From Lily’s View.

An exhibition honoring the life and photography of Lily Bandak. Bandak, born in 1948, would confront her own personal health challenges limiting her mobility and freedom of movement. This exhibition highlights resilience as an adaptation and not to be defined by circumstances that have been imposed.

We hope you’ll join us on Saturday! Light refreshment and snacks will be served.

🎟️secure your spot using the link in our bio.

Jointly curated by and

Are you still looking for a Summer opportunity? We are hiring a paid summer Communications Intern! We will be reviewing ...
06/02/2026

Are you still looking for a Summer opportunity? We are hiring a paid summer Communications Intern!

We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis as the preferred start date for the intern is Monday, June 15!

Job description and application instructions are linked in our bio.

Pro tip: be sure to read through the entire JD.

06/01/2026

We have broken down the walls and may all the walls in the world continue to fall.

Our renovations and expansion are underway. Thank you to all who made this happen.

Consider donating today to make this space our permanent home. Link in bio to donate.

Artists, we’re looking at you! Enter our festival t-shirt design competition today. Our theme this year is Rooted in Res...
06/01/2026

Artists, we’re looking at you! Enter our festival t-shirt design competition today.

Our theme this year is Rooted in Resistance, Here Eternally. Your design will be featured on the back of all festival tee’s.

$$ compensation awarded to the winner + other perks. Preference given to Palestinian artists but all are welcome to submit work to [email protected].

Please submit your submission by June 15, 2026 to [email protected]. Top three options will be posted and our community will vote on the winner.

Yallah, friends, we can’t wait to see what ya’ll come up with! Tag an artist you think would be interested in the competition below ⬇️

We are humbled to announce our first annual Legacy Soccer Tournament in honor of Suleiman Al-Obeid, known as the Palesti...
05/20/2026

We are humbled to announce our first annual Legacy Soccer Tournament in honor of Suleiman Al-Obeid, known as the Palestinian Pele.

Al-Obeid was murdered while waiting for aid in Gaza in August of 2025. Nearly one year later, we will gather in his name, and play for him, and for all our Palestinian athletes who can no longer play.

The tournament is part of our larger MPP Rooted in Resistance: Here Eternally festival weekend. Use the link in our bio to register your team today.

And if you’re interested in sponsorship opportunities for the soccer tournament and/or the festival at large please email [email protected] for more details!

05/20/2026

Join us this Thursday for our final workshop with Chef Jinan Deena: Ethical consumption, boycotts and the rise of Palestinian-owned businesses in the US.

We’ll talk about how our everyday choices build real collective strength, and then we’ll gather to share light vegetarian bites together. Whether you’ve been to every session or this is your first time, your presence belongs here.

📍 Where: Museum of the Palestinian People, 1900 18th St NW, Washington, DC
📅 When: This Thursday, May 21 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM (Doors open at 6:30 PM)

🎟️ Tap the link in our bio to save your seat.

They say time heals all wounds, but for 78 years, the Nakba has been a wound that never stopped bleeding. 🗝️ The dates o...
05/15/2026

They say time heals all wounds, but for 78 years, the Nakba has been a wound that never stopped bleeding. 🗝️

The dates on the calendar change, but the struggle for home remains the same.

We don’t just remember the Nakba; we are witnessing its continuation.
And through it all, the people remain.

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1900 18th Street NW
Washington D.C., DC
20009

Opening Hours

Friday 3pm - 8pm
Saturday 12pm - 6pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

Telephone

(202) 290-3684

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