About Bethlehem Star Store

Handcrafted masterpieces
Crafted with PassionAll of our olive wood products are handcrafted from genuine olive trees sourced from Bethlehem, the holy birthplace of Jesus Christ. Our artisans meticulously carve each statue using locally-sourced and dried olive wood. The aging process ensures exceptional quality, especially for larger carvings.

Discover the source of our products
Experience the legacy of craftsmanship At Bethlehem Star , we proudly continue the rich tradition of olive wood carving that has been passed down through many generations of the Alhawash family. Our dedication to quality ensures that our customers receive top-notch olive wood handicrafts. With each generation adding their own artistic ideas and refining techniques, we have achieved a level of mastery and finesse.

Support the Bethlehem community
Bethlehem Star is a Christian organization which supports the families in Bethlehem who carve unique crafts from genuine olive wood such as religious statues, crosses, nativity sets and much more. Every item bought makes a change to better into the lives of the Christian artisans in Bethlehem. It also helps us advance the socioeconomic development within the Christian community in the Holy Land and preserves the existence of the olive wood artisan trade in Bethlehem & Jerusalem.