Join us on Friday, May 5th for an in-person event with Professor Mohammad H. Ghosheh, a renowned historian, architect, and author. Prof. Ghosheh will share insights from his extensive work in archiving Palestinian history and culture, including his 24-volume Encyclopedia Palestinnica.
In addition, Prof. Ghosheh will discuss his forthcoming series Our Palestine, a groundbreaking academic project that includes 30,000 historical maps of Palestine, organized into ten historical, geographical, and topographical atlases. Set to be published in June 2024, these volumes will unveil never-before-seen historical details through the use of illustrations, maps, and global geographical surveys sourced from over 1,000 libraries and archives worldwide.
The event will be moderated by Executive Director Jehad Abusalim.
Light lunch will be provided.
RSVP Now to Attend In-Person!About the Speaker
Born in Kuwait in 1972, Prof. Ghosheh published his first book on Jerusalem’s history at the age of 16. Today, he holds a Guinness World Record as the youngest historian and has received numerous awards, including the prestigious King Faisal International Award 2020 in Islamic Heritage.
With the 24-volume Encyclopedia Palestinnica and 80 independent books to his name, Prof. Ghosheh is a prolific author whose works cover various aspects of Palestine and Jerusalem, including their history, architecture, and arts. His recent publication, a luxurious three-volume set on Jerusalem, has garnered high praise for its stunning designs, photographs, and illustrations.
