Hanan Munnayer

Name/Title

Hanan Munnayer

Entry/Object ID

MTM.033

Tags

On View

Scope and Content

Hanan Munayyer is a dress historian and founder of the Palestine Heritage Foundation, an organization dedicated to preserving and promoting Palestinian cultural heritage. She is a leading expert on traditional Palestinian costume and author of Traditional Palestinian Costume: Origins and Evolution (2011), a landmark study of embroidery and textile history. Munayyer has curated exhibitions across the U.S. and internationally, and through her foundation—home to one of the most significant collections of Palestinian dress in North America—she has led workshops, cultural events, and global collaborations. Her work is vital to safeguarding Palestinian traditions and advancing cultural education worldwide.

Collection

Making Their Mark

Cataloged By

Wafa Ghnaim

General Notes

Note Type

Historical Note