Jericho Culture and Art Center

The Jericho Culture and Art Center was established in 1991 following extensive refurbishment of the old Rivoli Cinema, the Jericho Culture and Art Centre was gutted by a devastating fire in 1992. Since that time it has been completely rebuilt.

The Centre’s goals are: to enhance the cultural, educational and artistic life of the ancient city of Jericho in particular and in Palestine in general; to develop the educational and cultural abilities of Palestinian children and to shape their talents; to create opportunities for people of different groups and ages to practice their hobbies and to experience and participate in cultural activities; and to strengthen brotherly relations and build bridges of understanding and friendship between peoples, especially in the fields of art and culture.

The Centre currently comprises a 700-seat auditorium and spacious foyer which host a regular programme of music, dance and theatre activities, including the annual Jericho International Music Festival and an annual Children’s Summer Camp.