Ein Hod
Ein
Hod is a charming, picturesque artists’ village
set in the heart of the Carmel
Forest. Established in 1949 by
new immigrants, it became an artists’ village
in 1953 at the initiative of Marcel Janco,
a renowned Dada artist who organized an
unusually diverse group of artists and
craftspeople to settle among the ancient
stone houses.
There
are about 500 residents in the village,
engaged in all areas of art from visual
arts, painting, pottery and jewelry-making,
to literature and theater. They support
themselves with their art, their galleries
and by running workshops and educational
activities. Most of the studios are open
to the public, and visitors are welcome
to observe the artists, their materials
and methods, and to hear from them about
their work and their life in the village.
The
main attraction in the village is the Janco-Dada
Museum with its changing exhibits and
collection of works by Janco, one of the
founders of the Dada movement. An amphitheater was also built to host
various events and performances.
Walking
along Ein Hod’s streets and paths,
and among the magnificently restored old
homes, one is inspired by the beautiful
works of art. The art is also displayed
in the local restaurants and enchanting
guest houses.
Ein
Hod’s location at the foot of Mount
Carmel, in close proximity of various
tourist sites and nature reserves, provides
many sightseeing opportunities. Among
the recommended places to visit are: the Druze town
of Daliyat
el-Carmel; historic Zikhron
Ya'akov; the Khof Dor - Ha-Bonim Reserve;
the ancient Etsba Cave; Nakhal
Me'arot Reserve; and Nakhal Kelakh.
Sources: Copyright � 2000 Gems
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