World Crafts Council (WCC)

National handicrafts exhibit opens in Tehran amid calls for cultural, economic synergy

2024-11-13 17:50

By Afshin Majlesi

National handicrafts exhibit opens in Tehran amid calls for cultural, economic synergy

TEHRAN - Iran’s 37th National Handicrafts Exhibition opened today in Tehran amid calls for cultural preservation and economic strength.

2024-11-02 17:46

Tehran to host 37th National Handicrafts Exhibition

TEHRAN - The 37th National Handicrafts Exhibition is set to take place at the Tehran International Permanent Fairgrounds from November 13 to 16, bringing together hundreds of artisans, craftspeople, and nomadic artists from across Iran.

2024-10-29 08:26

Rafsanjan exhibit to welcome artisans from 31 provinces

TEHRAN - Rafsanjan, an ancient city in the southern Kerman province, will host a major handicraft exhibition, showcasing traditional arts and crafts from 31 provinces across Iran.

2024-10-02 17:50

Dorud handicrafts on show at ministry headquarters in Tehran

TEHRAN - A special exhibition showcasing the handcrafted works of artisans from Dorud county in Lorestan province is held at the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts, and Tourism in Tehran, according to Lorestan’s deputy for handicrafts.

2024-09-23 18:26

Izeh capable of becoming world city of Kilims, handicrafts expert says

TEHRAN - Izeh, a city in southwestern Iran, has considerable scope to be recognized globally for its rich tradition of kilim weaving.

2024-09-13 18:28

Lalejin to celebrate 8th anniversary as world pottery hub

TEHRAN - The eighth annual festival celebrating Lalejin’s designation as a global hub for pottery by the World Crafts Council is set to take place with a series of events aimed at showcasing the rich tradition of pottery-making in the city.

2024-06-29 18:02

Exquisite historical carpets put on show in Tabriz

TEHRAN - On Friday, two antique carpets, transferred from London to Tabriz, were put on view in the ancient city where they were woven some two centuries ago.

2024-06-28 17:12

From tradition to global recognition: discover Qasemabad textiles

TEHRAN - Qasemabad, an old village in northern Iran, is a vibrant gem recognized globally as the World Village of Chador-Shab Weaving by the World Handicrafts Council.

2024-06-12 17:32

Minister highlights ‘unique diversity’ of Iranian handicrafts

TEHRAN - Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts has said the country boasts nearly 300 distinct fields of handicrafts, a diversity unparalleled globally.

Iranian tourism minister Ezzatollah Zarghami addresses a conference held in the ministry’s headquarters to celebrate World Handicrafts Day, June 8, 2024.

2024-06-08 18:47

By Afshin Majlesi

Tehran conference celebrates World Handicrafts Day

TEHRAN - On Saturday, the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts hosted a grand event commemorating World Handicrafts Day.

The late Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in an undated photo

2024-05-22 17:28

WCC president extends condolences over martyrdom of Iranian president

TEHRAN - The President of the World Crafts Council (WCC), Sa’ad al-Qaddumi, has expressed profound condolences following the martyrdom of the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Ebrahim Raisi, in a helicopter crash.

2024-04-15 18:15

2m visits paid to handicraft workshops in Nowruz holidays

TEHRAN - Handicraft workshops across Iran welcomed a staggering two million visits, during the Nowruz (Persian New Year) holidays from March 19 to April 1, an official with the tourism ministry said.

2024-03-11 17:52

Eight Iranian crafters honored at WCC-APR

TEHRAN – In a distinguished event, held in China, eight accomplished artisans hailing from Iran have emerged as the standout figures selected by the World Crafts Council-Asia Pacific Region (WCC-APR).

Fajr intl. handicrafts festival: a global showcase of artistry and tradition in Tehran

2024-01-28 18:37

By Afshin Majlesi

Fajr festival: a global showcase of artistry and tradition in Tehran

TEHRAN - Tehran is to host a major international handicrafts festival, aimed to signal a message of intergenerational connection in the realm of traditional arts and crafts.

2024-01-13 17:51

Handicraft exports from West Azarbaijan reach $10 million in nine months

TEHRAN – The deputy of handicrafts at West Azarbaijan’s tourism directorate announced that handicraft exports from the province have reached $10 million during the current year's nine months.

2024-01-10 17:47

Fajr Intl. Handicrafts & Traditional Arts Festival set to grace Tehran with global artistry

TEHRAN - The vibrant and diverse range of global handicrafts and traditional arts is set to go on show at the 8th Fajr International Handicrafts & Traditional Arts Festival in Tehran.

2024-01-05 17:31

Mayor unveils plans to boost handicraft industry in Iranian capital

TEHRAN – On Thursday, Tehran Mayor Alireza Zakani unveiled plans for the forthcoming [Iranian calendar] year, aiming to transform the handicraft sector in the Iranian capital.

2023-12-20 17:51

Softness and craftsmanship: Tow Bafi's legacy in Khorashad village

TEHRAN - Tow Bafi, an ancient craft deeply rooted in Khorashad village, a part of the Birjand region in South Khorasan province, holds a prominent position in the realm of traditional handicrafts.

2023-11-29 17:34

Qazvin craftswomen demonstrate skills

TEHRAN – On Wednesday, a local exhibit dedicated to craftswomen and female artisans was launched in the ancient city of Qazvin, which is situated in west-central Iran.

2023-11-20 17:35

Iran set to expand handicraft exports, deputy minister says

TEHRAN – Iran is set to strengthen the export of handicrafts and works of Persian art, the deputy minister for handicrafts said on Sunday.

2023-11-06 17:28

Textile history museum inaugurated in Kashan

TEHRAN – On Monday, Kashan’s first Persian textile history museum was inaugurated in the oasis Iranian city that is registered as a world city of traditional textiles.