About the Olive Tree Heritage Foundation Museum
Founded in September 2024, the Olive Tree Heritage Foundation Museum (OTHFM) is a non-profit cultural organization dedicated to preserving, celebrating, and sharing the rich history, heritage, and culture of the Palestinian people.
Our museum aims to inspire learning, promote cultural understanding, and preserve stories, traditions, artifacts, and artistic expressions for future generations. Through exhibitions, educational programs, community events, and cultural initiatives, OTHFM provides a welcoming space where people of all backgrounds can explore and appreciate Palestinian heritage.
As Atlantic Canada's first museum dedicated to Palestinian heritage, we are committed to building bridges between communities through education, dialogue, and the celebration of culture.
What Our Mission is
The Olive Tree Heritage Foundation Museum is dedicated to preserving, protecting, and sharing Palestinian history, heritage, and culture through exhibitions, education, research, and community engagement. We strive to inspire understanding, celebrate cultural identity, and ensure that Palestinian stories and traditions are preserved for future generations.
Our Vision
To be a leading cultural institution that preserves Palestinian heritage, fosters understanding between communities, and inspires future generations through history, education, and the celebration of culture.
Core Values
Preservation – Protecting Palestinian history, culture, and traditions.
Education – Promoting learning through accurate, engaging, and accessible experiences.
Community – Building meaningful connections through culture and dialogue.
Inclusion – Welcoming people of all backgrounds and perspectives.
Integrity – Presenting history with care, respect, and authenticity.
Stewardship – Preserving heritage for future generations.