Ein Hod – One of the treasures of Israel
If you plan on visiting Israel, we strongly encourage
you to visit Ein Hod Artists Colony.
It is located just south of Haifa.
Ein Hod is a village where artists
and their family live and work and it’s the only one of its kind in Israel.
In fact, there are not many artists colonies in the world.
Of course, art is the focus in Ein Hod Artists Colony,
but there are other activities that will also entertain your senses.
Galleries:
There are three must see galleries and museums in the colony.
They are the Ein Hod Central Art Gallery,
the Janco Dada Museum named for
the colony’s founder and the Yad Gertrude.
The Ein Hod Central Art Gallery
The Ein Hod Central Art Gallery showcases
the work of all the artists of the village
on a daily basis and by appointments.
It is a major hub of activity.
The Janco Dada museum:
The Janco Dada museum as the name suggests
is a permanent home for the founder’s work.
It was also his vision to have this space specifically
available for young people to show case their work.
the Yad Gertrude:
The Yad Gertrude is used as an archive
and to exhibit the work of the artists that have passed on
Restaurants and Outdoor Cafes:
There are many little restaurants to choose from but
the Argentinean Restaurant, Dona Rosa
stands out and if you are there be sure to try their enticing cuisine.
While in Ein Hod Artists Colony be sure to sample their wines,
not far from the village you can also visit the famous Carmel Winery.
Ein Hod Artists Colony is such a rare gem
with a unique culture that celebrate the arts both visual and performing.
This culture is passed down through generations
encourage the younger generation to continue to create
and value the need for art in our world.
It is a beautiful concept and if you can experience it for just a few days,
you will leave Ein Hod Artists Colony all the richer for it.