Israel is an old-new country, small in size, but with a culturally active, heterogeneous population. Four thousands years of Jewish heritage, over a century of Zionism, and more than half a century of modern statehood have contributed to a culture which has already created an identity of its own, while preserving the uniqueness of 70 different communities. A largely immigrant society, Israel’s creative expression has absorbed many different cultural and social influences, as it blends tradition and innovation, and strives to steer a course between Israeli particularism  and universalism. The constant search for cultural identity is expressed through creativity in a broad range of art forms, appreciated and enjoyed by a great many people as part of daily life. (facts about Israel)

The Department of Cultural Affairs opens the door to Israeli Culture within the Pacific Northwest region – every year the Department produces scores of performances by Israeli artists (musicians, writers, actors) bringing the best of Israel’s culture to our region.

For more information, please contact:
Phone: (415) 844-7505
Email: culture@sf.mfa.gov.il