In the Mahaneh Isreal neighborhood (also called the Mugrabi neighborhood), in the center of a beautiful garden crafted of authentic Moroccan design, stands the ancient and beautiful building of the David Amar World Heritage Center of North African Jews.
The uniqueness of the building reflects in its combination of ancient architecture characterizing 19th century Jerusalem and the Andalusian design that influenced North African countries, thus connecting between east and west, old and new.
In the yard of the center, an Andalusian garden was built, with unique mosaic works. On the south side of the garden stands arcades decorated with special mosaic designs and three original Moroccan fountains.
The center has changing and permanent displays, showcasing the history and heritage of North African Jewry, alternating displays by various artists, an audio-visual collection that includes films, a special library, music, bibliography and pictures that tell the story of North African Jews and their heritage.
For more information about World Heritage Center of North African Jews https://www.mjc-jerusalem.com
On the North part of the garden is situated an Art and Cultural Center - Hamiffal (The Factory), which is an art project that turned an abandoned building in central Jerusalem into a temporary cultural hub, and a public home for creativity.
Hamiffal is a factory of art, operating dozens of artists who use the space to produce and present their work. In other respects, it is a collective operation whose main production is a new urban space and a community that evolves in the process.
As of today, there are dozens of participants from Jerusalem and Israel who are producing work in a variety of mediums and disciplines.
For more information about HaMiffal - exhibitions and events: https://www.hamiffal.com