Jeddah: Zawiya 97, a new cultural hub for handicrafts in Historic Jeddah next to Nassif House, serves as an interactive platform for local and international artisans to showcase their work.
In July and August, Zawiya 97 hosted more than 60 workshops, introducing over 30 traditional crafts to more than 400 participants.
Workshops covered skills such as gypsum carving, wood decoration, mosaic art, soap making and recycling, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
Beyond workshops, the cultural hub offers space for exhibitors to display products, supporting local brands and the creative economy.
The initiative aligns with the Year of Handicrafts, launched by the Ministry of Culture to enhance the status of handicrafts through documentation, support and development.
By empowering artisans to pass on their knowledge, Zawiya 97 preserves a vital part of Saudi cultural identity and demonstrates how creative initiatives can transform historic sites into vibrant contemporary platforms.
