Even today, hundreds of travelers visit the Gush Katif heritage center in Nitzan, this year the center is participating in the ‘Matza and map’ project led by by the Council for the Preservation of Heritage Sites. Visiting the heritage center is free.
The trip to the center gives the family the opportunity to learn about the story of the Jewish settlement in the Gaza Strip from biblical times, the story of the settlement is then presented by theater actors who attract the children’s attention in the sand on a beach that resembles the magical beaches of Gush Katif.
Along with the many exhibits and experiences, many enter the visitor center and learn more about the settlement campaign in the block, the struggle against segregation and the regrowth.
Mochi Bater, director of the center: “In the last few days, we have met travelers and families who wanted to learn more about the Gaza Strip, what has happened there over the generations. Lots and lots of questions about the conflict between Israel and Gaza We were happy to find out again that we are a great destination that combines films, shows and valuable experiences on the one hand For children and on on the other hand, for the benefit of adults, more quality and relevant content. The number of visitors shows that Gush Katif is still on the map and in our hearts*.
The Gush Katif Heritage Center in Nitzan also invites you to visit for free as part of the Mezza Map project. A visitor center that tells the story of Gush Katif: starting with the establishment and development, going through the separation plan and the pain of the move, and ending with the growth challenges of the resettlers.
4/24 at 11:30 “King of the Desert”, a funny, funny and full of value show. The puppets also take part, the Heart of the Sky Theatre.
• Building with pebbles – imagination, play and fun in the sandbox on site
• Conservation and creation workshops
Additional Activities:
• Guided tours in the visitor center
• Film screening for children
• Dramatic tours to get to know the site and its heritage starting at 10:30am (every hour until 3:30pm)
• Mosaic workshop – creating a nice souvenir for the home, inspired by the mosaic floor of the old synagogue in Gaza, a replica of which is placed on site.
For more information: *8947
In Wise: Sderot Horesh, Nitzan 2
