Yasser Arafat Museum

The Yasser Arafat Museum is a history museum in Al-Bireh dedicated to documenting one significant life and political career through multiple exhibition spaces. The galleries display photographs, written records, and objects that span different periods and aspects of the life presented.

The museum opened in 2016 and sits next to the compound where an important political figure spent his final years. Its creation reflected efforts to make a significant chapter of regional history more accessible to the public.

The museum displays personal belongings and everyday items that reveal how one important political leader lived and worked. These objects help visitors understand the human side of significant historical figures through direct visual connection.

Visitors should know that parking is limited in the surrounding area, so arriving early is advisable. The building is designed to be accessible for people with mobility constraints.

The museum building stands directly next to the area where a political leader conducted administrative work and lived. This physical proximity allows visitors to experience both locations in a connected way.

Location: Al-Bireh

Inception: November 10, 2016

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Operator: Yasser Arafat Foundation

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-17:00

Phone: +9722967770

Email: info@yam.ps

Website: http://yam.ps

GPS coordinates: 31.91169,35.20875

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:21