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Hanan Munnayer
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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.
MTM.033
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Making Their Mark
Wafa Ghnaim
Historical Note