Haiti will showcase its artists and expertise at UNESCO Headquarters in December

UNESCO Headquarters will host the exhibition "Haiti, Land of Gods and Arts" from December 9 to 17, 2026. It brings together works by several artists and highlights the expertise of Haitian culture. According to the event's presentation, the goal is to show another side of Haiti, through its heritage, its creativity, and a legacy that is still very much alive.

Who is behind the exhibition

The Permanent Delegation of Haiti to UNESCO is leading the project. The initiative comes from Lilas Desquiron, Ambassador and Permanent Delegate of Haiti to UNESCO. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Worship of Haiti is providing patronage, with the support of Minister Raina Forbin.

What the public will be able to discover

The organizers want to offer the international public a connection with the many expressions of Haitian culture. They describe it as nourished by a long history, by unique spiritual traditions, and by an artistic heritage that is constantly renewing itself.

The place of the sacred and vèvè

The exhibition gives a central place to the sacred in the Haitian imagination. Vèvè are one of its most striking forms: these figures are drawn during Vodou practices. According to the presentation, they are not merely decorative. They require technical mastery, knowledge of symbols, and a precise gesture. Their forms convey a connection to the spiritual world and a collective memory, as well as a tradition whose transmission remains essential.