
Palestine Heirloom Seed Library
Discover the untold story of Palestine Heirloom Seed Library
Vivien Sansour
Author
Trusted by 100+ students

Palestine Heirloom Seed Library
Discover the untold story of Palestine Heirloom Seed Library
Vivien Sansour
Author
Trusted by 100+ students
OVERVIEW
A 4-Week Journey
Each week, we'll explore a new layer of this vital project, uncovering the deep connections between seeds, land, and people through live online workshops, compelling stories, and engaging discussions.
Previous Cohort
Previous Cohort
Previous Cohort
Fall 2025
Oct 22, 2025
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Previous Cohort
Previous Cohort
Fall 2025
Oct 22, 2025
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Previous Cohort
Previous Cohort
Previous Cohort
Fall 2025
Oct 22, 2025
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Current Cohort
Current Cohort
Current Cohort
Winter 2026
Nov 22, 2025
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Current Cohort
Current Cohort
Winter 2026
Nov 22, 2025
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Current Cohort
Current Cohort
Current Cohort
Winter 2026
Nov 22, 2025
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Next Cohort
Next Cohort
Next Cohort
Spring 2026
Dec 22, 2025
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Next Cohort
Next Cohort
Spring 2026
Dec 22, 2025
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Next Cohort
Next Cohort
Next Cohort
Spring 2026
Dec 22, 2025
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WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER
WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER
A 4-Week Journey

Seeds of Identity
What is the Palestine Heritage Seed Library? We'll begin by exploring the critical link between biodiversity, heirloom seeds, and Palestinian cultural heritage. Learn why these ancient seeds are more than just food—they are carriers of history, memory, and identity
Seeds of Identity
What is the Palestine Heritage Seed Library? We'll begin by exploring the critical link between biodiversity, heirloom seeds, and Palestinian cultural heritage. Learn why these ancient seeds are more than just food—they are carriers of history, memory, and identity

Seeds of Identity
What is the Palestine Heritage Seed Library? We'll begin by exploring the critical link between biodiversity, heirloom seeds, and Palestinian cultural heritage. Learn why these ancient seeds are more than just food—they are carriers of history, memory, and identity
The Heirloom Ark
Take a deep dive into the library's unique collection. We'll "meet" the seeds themselves—from ancient wheat varieties and Jadu'i watermelons to hardy eggplants—and discover the traditional stories, flavors, and farming practices associated with each one.

The Heirloom Ark
Take a deep dive into the library's unique collection. We'll "meet" the seeds themselves—from ancient wheat varieties and Jadu'i watermelons to hardy eggplants—and discover the traditional stories, flavors, and farming practices associated with each one.
The Heirloom Ark
Take a deep dive into the library's unique collection. We'll "meet" the seeds themselves—from ancient wheat varieties and Jadu'i watermelons to hardy eggplants—and discover the traditional stories, flavors, and farming practices associated with each one.


The Living Library
Discover how the seed library works in practice. We'll explore the traditional methods of seed saving, propagation, and stewarding. Learn about the vital role of local farmers and community networks in protecting and sharing these genetic treasures.
The Living Library
Discover how the seed library works in practice. We'll explore the traditional methods of seed saving, propagation, and stewarding. Learn about the vital role of local farmers and community networks in protecting and sharing these genetic treasures.

The Living Library
Discover how the seed library works in practice. We'll explore the traditional methods of seed saving, propagation, and stewarding. Learn about the vital role of local farmers and community networks in protecting and sharing these genetic treasures.
Sowing the Future
Why does this work matter on a global scale? We'll discuss the powerful concepts of food sovereignty, agricultural resilience in a changing climate, and how the simple act of saving a seed is a profound act of cultural preservation and hope for the future.

Sowing the Future
Why does this work matter on a global scale? We'll discuss the powerful concepts of food sovereignty, agricultural resilience in a changing climate, and how the simple act of saving a seed is a profound act of cultural preservation and hope for the future.
Sowing the Future
Why does this work matter on a global scale? We'll discuss the powerful concepts of food sovereignty, agricultural resilience in a changing climate, and how the simple act of saving a seed is a profound act of cultural preservation and hope for the future.




Instructor
Vivien Sansour
Vivien Sansour founded the Palestine Heirloom Seed Library. An anthropologist by training, she has documented rural agricultural practices worldwide.
Her artist residency in Cyprus included the exhibit “Where The Sky And The Earth Touch.” To promote seed autonomy, she created the Traveling Kitchen Project, a mobile kitchen engaging Palestinians in discussions on heirloom varieties and biodiversity. She aims to reintegrate threatened varieties into daily life. Vivien has presented her work globally at venues like SALT Art Center, Georgetown University, Qalandiya Biennale, and Columbia University.
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CHALLENGE THE NARRATIVE
RETHINK THE ARAB WORLD
SHIFT YOUR PERSPECTIVE
CHALLENGE THE NARRATIVE
RETHINK THE ARAB WORLD
SHIFT YOUR PERSPECTIVE
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