A Research Trip to Israel

The visit to Israel offered a diverse exploration of the country’s artistic life—visual, historical, Arabic, Jewish, Palestinian, and more. Most of the meetings took place in artists’ studios or homes, creating an intimate and comfortable setting for conversation. This approach also allowed guests to experience the artists’ lifestyles and the environments in which they live and create.

Participants:
Erna van der Ven, the Orientalis Museum, Heilig Landstichting
Michael Defuster, executive director, Castrum Peregrini, Amsterdam
Liesbeth Bijvoet, Director of Finance and Operations, Jewish Historical Museum
Annemiek Gringold, Curator Shoah, Hollandsche Schouwburg
Moncef Beekhof, Head of Marketing & Communications, Jewish Historical Museum

Israel, November, 2014
Planning and guiding the research trip