World Expo 2020 - Burkina Faso Pavilion - Land of Honest People

The crossroads of major cultural and sports events in Africa. Get to know a country the prides itsel

World Expo 2020 - Ireland Pavilion - Island of Inspiration

Our invitation is to come to Ireland and be inspired. We present Ireland as an unrivalled place of i

World Expo 2020 - Peru Pavilion - Timeless, Always Peru

See the path Peru has travelled, woven in the fabric of time. Peru’s cultural diversity, infin

World Expo 2020 - Pakistan Pavilion - The Hidden Treasure

One of Asia’s best kept secrets! Home to one of the world’s earliest civilisations, a cu

World Expo 2020 - Guinea-Bissau Pavilion - A Microcosm of Africa’s Spirit

Discover a nation where the ideas flow with the currents. A single nation microcosm of Africa’

World Expo 2020 - Qatar Pavilion - A Vibrant, Forward-looking Country

A country making its mark on the region and the world. Qatar's very diverse economy, from arts t

World Expo 2020 - Singapore Pavilion - Nature. Nurture. Future

It is hard to tell where nature begins and architecture ends. The pavilion is showcasing Singapore&r

World Expo 2020 - Central African Republic Pavilion - Let's Save Household Energy

See the embodiment of symbiosis between humans and nature, technology and nature, and relations betw

Wooden Architecture at World Expo 2020 in Dubai

Wood is an outstandingly sustainable building material. This year EXPO 2020 was held in a desert env

World Expo 2020 - Papua New Guinea Pavilion - Creating Opportunities for Sustainable Development

A land of mystery and opportunities. Discover the displays and storyboard of the country with the la

World Expo 2020 - Republic of Burundi Pavilion - Beating Out the Rhythms of the Future

The land of legendary hospitality. Showcasing some of Burundi’s greatest marvels, unique cultu

World Expo 2020 - Panama Pavilion - An Introduction to the Endless Opportunities

Discover why Panama, gateway to the American continent, is becoming a world powerhouse in trade, bus

World Expo 2020 - Germany Pavilion - An Engaging Look at an Environmental Trailblazer

'Enrol' at Campus Germany for an entertaining, surprising, hands-on digital experience. Base

World Expo 2020 - Moldova Pavilion - A Place to find Yourself

The Moldova Pavilion is dedicated to the country brand 'Tree of Life', which tells about the

World Expo 2020 - Mauritius Pavilion - The Roots of the Future

Explore the tropical paradise riding waves in the Indian ocean while experiencing the cultural diver

World Expo 2020 - Mongolia Pavilion - A History of Resilience, Innovating for the Future

The Mongolia Pavilion is showcasing unique culture and heritage, and embraces the nomadic lifestyle

World Expo 2020 - Cameroon Pavilion - Cameroon and the Challenges of Climate Change

Discover a land of stunning scenery and 200-plus languages. Experience 'Africa in miniature'

World Expo 2020 - League of Arab States Pavilion - One Thousand and One Keys

Unlocking the full potential of an integrated Arab world. How will the Arab world achieve its full p

World Expo 2020 - Cuba Pavilion - A Cradle of Great Creativity and Innovation

Tour the colourful and vibrant Cuban streets, and see beyond the facade of "Old Cuba" and

World Expo 2020 - Algeria Pavilion - Voyage of Life

Voyage through the rich heritage of Algeria. In a Casbah inspired structure, you are invited to go o

World Expo 2020 - Spain Pavilion - Intelligence for Life

The Spain Pavilion is creating a more sustainable future for all and aims to become an example of in

World Expo 2020 - Maldives Pavilion - Where Nature and Life Co-exist

Maldives is an archipelago of unique beauty co-existing with nature. Reflected across the entire pav

World Expo 2020 - Lithuania Pavilion - Open for Co-creation of Global Solutions

See elements of tradition and modernity. The Lithuania Pavilion showcases partnership opportunities

World Expo 2020 - Democratic Republic of Congo Pavilion - We Make Africa's Heart Beat

Feel the incredible abundance and beauty of the country. Meet the dynamic, creative and innovative C

World Expo 2020 - Thailand Pavilion - Mobility for the Future

Share your own flower engravings in the pavilion’s garden and discover more about Thailand&rsq

World Expo 2020 - Bahamas Pavilion - Preserving Paradise

Warm Bahamian hospitality and a deep-rooted culture. Immerse yourself in The Bahamas’ rich cul

World Expo 2020 - El Salvador Pavilion - Starting from Scratch to Create A Better World

Let's meet a country where you can fulfill your dreams. El Salvador is creating a country where

World Expo 2020 - Comoros Pavilion - A Flower in Bloom

Pick up a mystical ring and journey through a garden of marvels, explore how Comoros' storied pa

World Expo 2020 - Mauritania Pavilion - Tradition and Modernity of Sustainable Development

Mauritania is the vital bridge linking North Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa. From the vast open plain

World Expo 2020 - Seychelles Pavilion - Protecting the Islands of Seychelles

Protecting the Islands of Seychelles and embark on a treasure hunt with our team to discover a treas

World Expo 2020 - Italy Pavilion - Beauty Connects People

Experience a journey that takes you to the heart of Italy. See how creativity comes from different p

World Expo 2020 - Barbados Pavilion - Innovation and Transformation: From Sugarcane to Blockchain

Highlighting the island's innovations and transformation. Track the trajectory of Barbados'

World Expo 2020 - Kyrgyzstan Pavilion - Completely New Paths for the Future of Kyrgyzstan

Discover a country breaking through in its development. Showcasing the economic and tourism potentia

World Expo 2020 - Belize Pavilion - Experience Belize, the Jewel of the Caribbean

Be blown away by the beauty of Belize and all its wonders as you gain an understanding of its histor

World Expo 2020 - Madagascar Pavilion - Sustainable Sanctuary of Nature

An island sanctuary rich in biodiversity and opportunity. One of the world’s most unique eco-t

World Expo 2020 - Tanzania Pavilion - A Window to Experience the Full Breadth of Tanzania

Go on an engaging trip of a lifetime and see Tanzania's beauty and potential. See how we aim to

World Expo 2020 - Belarus Pavilion - Forest of Future Technology

Learn from the natural world through a forest experience. Discover how nature and technology can hel

World Expo 2020 - Paraguay Pavilion - Connecting Water, Energy and Mobility

A landlocked country between Argentina, Brazil and Bolivia, Paraguay ensures its connectivity via it

World Expo 2020 - Azerbaijan Pavilion - Seeds for the Future

Azerbaijan Pavilion is inspired by nature, dedicated to the future of humanity. Only by investing in

World Expo 2020 - Switzerland Pavilion - Reflections

Once-in-a-lifetime journey in Swiss nature and urban culture. The pavilion reflects Switzerland and

World Expo 2020 - The Good Place Pavilion - Where People Who Care, Meet to Do Good

Innovation can come from anywhere, to everyone. Come and meet ordinary people doing extraordinary th

World Expo 2020 - Côte d’Ivoire Pavilion - The Path to A New Africa

  Go behind the scenes in Côte d'Ivoire, ground-zero of Francophone culture in Wes

World Expo 2020 - Dominican Republic Pavilion - America's Hub

Experience a day as an ordinary Dominican citizen, be delighted by the first settlement of the new w

World Expo 2020 - Ghana Pavilion - Limitless Opportunities

Akwaba! Welcome to Ghana Unlimited – West Africa's hotspot for fashion, music and business

World Expo 2020 - Angola Pavilion - Connecting with Tradition to Innovate

Angola Pavilion is a tribute to indigenous tradition and a future of innovation. Be inspired by Sona

World Expo 2020 - Latvia Pavilion - Connecting the Unconnectable

Whispers of nature spoken by the latest technology. Let's dig through the past and the challenge

The Forest - Storing Carbon in Dubai

This mini-documentary presents the “Sustainable Forestry and Timber Construction” forum

World Expo 2020 - Islamic Republic of Iran Pavilion - An Ancient and Stable Civilization, A Welcoming Nation

The Islamic Republic of Iran Pavilion is a blend of traditional and contemporary architecture. It sh

World Expo 2020 - Hungary Pavilion - Aqua Roots of Hungary

Where the water is, there are roots. Where the roots are, there is life. Let's discover Hungary

World Expo 2020 - Indonesia Pavilion - Home of Diversity, a Feeling of Tomorrow

World Expo 2020 - Timor-Leste Pavilion - Explore the Potential of Timor-Leste

Timor-Leste is at the crossroads of many civilizations. Let's witness how one of the youngest co

World Expo 2020 - Brazil Pavilion - Together for Sustainable Development

Brazil Pavilion is evoking the Amazon basin in the Dubai desert. Let's discover incredible diver

World Expo 2020 - Australia Pavilion - Blue Sky Dreaming

The theme encapsulates Australian optimism and creativity and celebrates Australian diversity and co

World Expo 2020 - San Marino Pavilion - Future as a Bio-State

San Marino is one of the world’s oldest republics looks to the future. This micro-state in Ita

World Expo 2020 - Nigeria Pavilion - Rising in Value

Nigeria is a nation with immeasurable potential and opportunities and a country with a promising fut

World Expo 2020 - Rwanda Pavilion - Remarkable Rwanda

Rwanda is a beacon of hope and model of African progress. Journey through time, experience Rwanda as

World Expo 2020 - Vietnam Pavilion - Where the Traditional and Modern Thrive in Harmony

Vietnam Pavilion is a model of sustainable and balanced development. Let's take a delightful and

World Expo 2020 - Uganda Pavilion - Right Place, Right Time

Every African adventure starts in Uganda. There's a time and place for everything. Inspired by U

World Expo 2020 - Namibia Pavilion - Preserving Natural Treasures for Future Generations

The Namibian Pavilion is inspired by the country’s natural resources and aiming to showcase th

World Expo 2020 - Kuwait Pavilion - An Ambitious Gateway to the Future

Kuwait is committed to sustainable development to deliver a secure and prosperous future for its eco

World Expo 2020 - Investment Corporation of Dubai - Ensuring Growth and Long-Term Prosperity of Dubai's Economy

Investment Corporation of Dubai Pavilion is ensuring growth and long-term prosperity of Dubai's

World Expo 2020 - Belgium Pavilion - Diversity in Harmony

The Belgium Pavilion, ’Green Arch' exhibits Belgian industrial, technological and scientif

World Expo 2020 - Zimbabwe Pavilion - The Land of A Great People

The pavilion is focusing on the culture, people, heritage and fertile land of Zimbabwe, and as well

World Expo 2020 - Ethiopia Pavilion - The Land of Origins and Opportunity

Ethiopia is the oldest independent country in Africa, and “the land of origins and opportunity

World Expo 2020 - Oman Pavilion - Opportunities over Time

The Oman Pavilion is inspired by the nature of the country, the frankincense tree. Let’s disco

World Expo 2020 - Sao Tome and Principe Pavilion - Managing Environmental Sustainability with Development

Let's embark on a fascinating journey to discover how Sao Tome and Principe protects its environ

World Expo 2020 - Suriname Pavilion - The Power of Diversity

The Power of Diversity: Suriname an Oasis of Opportunity! It’s where people and nature co-exis

World Expo 2020 - Nepal Pavilion - Connect Potentials for Sustainable Growth

World Expo 2020 - Finland Pavilion - Sharing Future Happiness

The snowy white Arabic tent architecture that situated in the Mobility District is the Finland Pavil

World Expo 2020 - Czech Republic Pavilion - Spring Ambiance and Trailblazing Sustainability Initiatives

Czech Pavilion is a sustainable structure with a garden irrigated by the “cloud” designe

World Expo 2020 - Colombia Pavilion - The Rhythm that Connects Us to the Future

A white pavilion surrounded by greens and located in the Opportunity District, the structure itself

World Expo 2020 - Laos Pavilion - Tradition, Cultural Conservation and Progress

Laos relies on its agriculture and traditional handicrafts, people of Laos make good use of natural

World Expo 2020 - Luxembourg Pavilion - Resourceful Luxembourg

Welcome to “Resourceful Luxembourg - Where Luxembourg’s resources become your opportunit

World Expo 2020 - Slovenia Pavilion - Green and Smart Experience

60% of Slovenia is covered by forests, and it’s the first country to be established as a Green

World Expo 2020 - Malaysia Pavilion - Energising Sustainability

Malaysia Pavilion is delivering a Net-Zero Carbon Pavilion, it’s a concept and design of the r

World Expo 2020 - Liberia Pavilion - Weaving Together the Fabric of Tomorrow

The Liberia Pavilion at Expo 2020 presents the richness of Liberian culture and history by showcasin

World Expo 2020 - Baden-Württemberg House

World Expo 2020 - Sameem Pavilion - Story of Our Culture

Wood Culture Tour presents Sameem Pavilion at the Dubai Expo 2020. We took a tour of the Open Air Pa

World Expo 2020 - Guinea Pavilion - Journey through History and Heritage through Water

Guinea is a country in West Africa, bordered on the west by the Atlantic Ocean. It's known for t

World Expo 2020 - Austria Pavilion - Austria Makes Sense

Austria Makes Sense" is the theme of Austria Pavilion in EXPO 2020. Explore the 5 senses of Sme

World Expo 2020 - Gambia Pavilion - A Sanctuary for Tomorrow

World Expo 2020 - Vanuatu Pavilion - A Paradise of Harmony and Sustainability

Vanuatu which means ‘the land for us’ in the local language is a South Pacific Ocean nat

World Expo 2020 - Poland Pavilion - Inspired by Nature

World Wood Day Wood culture tour is currently in Dubai expo 2020. It brings you to discover Poland&r

World Expo 2020 - Andorra Pavilion - Small Country, Giant Opportunities

With World Wood Day Wood culture tour at expo 2020 in Dubai learn more about Andorra and its pavilio

World Expo 2020 - Solomon Islands Pavilion - Ocean of Opportunities

World Wood Day Wood culture tour presents Solomon Islands’ pavilion at expo 2020 in Dubai. In

World Expo 2020 - Syria Pavilion - We Will Rise Together

The Pavilion is collectively build by 1500 families. It showcases the rich Syrian culture as a natio

Burkinafaso Masks

Mask in Burkina Faso represent protective spirits that can take animal forms or can appear as strang

World Expo 2020 - Mali Pavilion - The River of Gold

Wood Culture Tour presents Mali’s pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. Pavilion Director Nakhana Kadia

World EXPO 2020 - Swedish Forest Pavilion - Co-creation for Innovation

Wood Culture Tour in Dubai Expo 2020 take you to Sweden Pavilion: The Forest in the Sustainability D

Kaihua Root Carving - My Motherland and Me

Fourteen root carving artists were invited to Kaihua County, Zhejiang Province of China on December

Harmony with Nature: The Culture of Gabon

IWCS is in Dubai for the World Expo 2020 that will last 6 months, from October 1st to March 31st 202

Interactive Tale about Crafts in Morocco Pavilion

Wood Culture Tour takes you to Word Expo 2020 in Dubai UAE! Join us for an unforgettable journey awa

Wood and Life - Art Show of International Wood Cultural Works

The "Wood and Life" International Wood Cultural Works Exhibition was co-sponsored by the I

PANAFEST - A Ghana Cultural Event

The Pan African Historical Theatre Project now known as PANAFEST is a cultural event held in Ghana e

Mirage

The final documentary of the International Wood Culture Society (IWCS) featuring Burning Man series

The Japanese Wood and Culture Seminar

The Japanese Wood and Culture Seminar is organized by the Japan Wood-Products Export Association (JW

Ax Day

Tomsk is considered one of the oldest cities in Siberia, located on the Tomsk river and surrounded b

Root Connected

Located in Kaihau county, Root Palace is best known as the base of root carving culture and center f

The 20th All Japan Junior High School Woodworking Competition & World Wood Day 2020 Memorial Contest

Since 2012, it is the second-time for IWCS to documentary the 20th All Japan Junior High School Wood

IUFRO 2019 Highlights

Over 2,500 delegates from 92 countries and regions gathered in Curitiba, Brazil from September 29 to

Winds of Change - Burning Man 2018

The world is entering a new era and changing at a rapid pace, driven by science and technology. 

2014 IUFRO - International Wood Culture Society

The World Congress 2014 of International Union of Forest Research Organization (IUFRO) was held in S

Building the Man

Burning Man began as a bonfire ritual on the summer solstice in 1986 when Larry Harvey and a group o

Surrender - Burning Man 2017

This film delves into what Oscar Wilde once said using a cultural approach, "It seems to me tha

Echos over the lagoon

The Locos dancers of San Isidro is a traditional festivity celebrated in Lagunillas, Venezuela. The

2016 World Wood Day Folk Art Workshop

2016 World Wood Day Folk Art Workshop presented diverse forms of wooden folk art from 10 countries a

Behind the Bricks

On 25 April 2015, with a magnitude 7.8 Earthquake hit Nepal and major aftershock on 12 may 2015, Nep

Back to Our Roots

The XIV World Forestry Congress, themed “Forests and People: Investing in a Sustainable Future

A Gift Returned

Renowned sculptor David Best, who has designed and built nine Burning Man temples at Black Rock Dese

Brick by Brick - 2016 WWD Collaborative Project

The 2016 Collaborative Project kept exploring the possibilities among traditionally-different practi

2015 AAW Symposium Pittsburgh

Woodturning is more than crafting; making things out of wood on a lathe can be experienced as relaxi

Reborn From The Ashes

Burning Man is a weeklong festival, a mega art event with many levels of presentation to provide a p

Wood Culture Festival in Şişli

2015 World Wood Day-Wood Culture Festival was held in Şişli, Istanbul, Turkey. This event comprising

2015 WWD Culture Tour in Şişli, Istanbul, Turkey - Music of Wood - Lin Yao

Lin Yao was born in 1987 in Wenzhou, Zhejiang, and started to learn Pipa (Chinese lute) at 6 year ol

2015 WWD Culture Tour in Şişli, Istanbul, Turkey - Music of Wood - Mbeng N'tam

Mbeng N’tam” means beauty and prosperity. This troupe consisting of traditional dancers

2015 WWD Culture Tour in Şişli, Istanbul, Turkey - Music of Wood - İ.T.Ü Turkish Musical State Conservatory Orchestra

2015 WWD Culture Tour in Şişli, Istanbul, Turkey - Music of Wood - Enrique Males & Patricia Gutierrez

Enrique Males performs ancestral music, expressing harmony that enriches the spirit and fertilize th

2015 WWD Culture Tour in Şişli, Istanbul, Turkey - Music of Wood - Derek Shirley

Canadian born multi-instrumentalist, based in Berlin since 2001. Active in the experimental and &quo

2015 WWD Culture Tour in Şişli, Istanbul, Turkey - Music of Wood - David Hudson,Ali Ethem Keskin& Eduardo Cordova

David Hudson is an internationally renowned musician, composer, actor and entertainer. In all these

2015 WWD Culture Tour in Şişli, Istanbul, Turkey - Music of Wood - Acappella Grup 34

2015 WWD Culture Tour in Şişli, Istanbul, Turkey - Music of Wood - John Butler& Barnaby Walters

John Butler has been playing the uilleann pipes since the age of 16 when he heard them for the first

2015 WWD Culture Tour in Şişli, Istanbul, Turkey - Music of Wood - L'École de Musique de Kirina

Created in 2010, the Ecole de Musique de Kirina Band is composed of 6 professional musicians who are

2015 WWD Culture Tour in Şişli, Istanbul, Turkey - Music of Wood - Ustad Amjad Khan & Group

Ustad Amjad Khan & Group is a group of four members playing four different but melodious instrum

2015 WWD Culture Tour in Şişli, Istanbul, Turkey - Music of Wood - Tony Brazelton

Tony Brazelton is the founder of North American Alphorn Retreat, and Salzburger Echo. Salzburger Ech

2015 WWD Culture Tour in Şişli, Istanbul, Turkey - Music of Wood - Manolis Skoutelis & John Dafermos

Manolis Skoutelis is the third generation of musicians in his family after his father and his grandf

2015 WWD Culture Tour in Şişli, Istanbul, Turkey - Music of Wood - Mez-Me

MEZ-ME is the result of more than 40 years of evolution. All of their presentations and melodies are

2015 WWD Culture Tour in Şişli, Istanbul, Turkey - Music of Wood - Siqinbillge&Mongolian Girl's Hoomii Troupe

Mongolian Girl’s Hoomii Troupe was founded in 2013 and composed of five Mongolian girls: Naren

Nature & Culture for a Sustainable Future

The video was shown during the XIV World Forestry Congress 2015 in Durban, South Africa in response

2013 AAW Symposium - We Turn As Family

With the 15,000 members worldwide, American Association of Woodturners (AAW) was founded in 1986 in

Concert Held to Celebrate 2015 World Wood Day in Switzerland

The concert held in Kulturhof- Schloss Könizon on March 22nd offered a great experience fo

Wooden Classroom, Lebanon

The event was aimed to help those Syrian children staying in refugee camps in Lebanon

Tokyo Toy Museum, Good Toy, and Wood Education

Through the lens of wooden toys, the appreciation for wood is more than just entertainment. From chi

2014 AAW Symposium-Turn Up, Light Up

The American Association of Woodturners has brought another informative, energy-filled fest to the w

International Woodcarving Competition in Dongyang

World Crafts Council celebrated its 50th anniversary in Dongyang, China in October of 2014. 38

Modern Life, Traditional Heart - Indigenous Australians in Transition

The celebration of indigenous cultures is lively in the northeastern part of Australia that a large

Mameli's Mask in Mamoiada

Mamoiada is situated in the centre of Sardinia, the second biggest island of Italy. Sardinia’s

Spinning Tops with Special Love

Finger spinning tops are not merely toys but can be a token of love. A total of 150 tops traveled fa

2012 AAW International Symposium

IWCS had the opportunity to attend the American Association of Woodturners (AAW) 26th International

The 37th Kyoto Exhibition of Joinery Works

The ancient capital of Kyoto, Japan is known for its glorious traditional arts. Our story today cove

The 12th All Japan Junior High School Woodcraft Competition

From 19th to 22th January 2012, IWCS went to Tokyo, Japan for a Japanese national woodcraft com

Turning across Borders

With a nice outcome from AAW's San Jose meeting, IWCS was honored to have Terry Martin as a gues

Turning with Challenges - 2013 AAW

The tactile experience in the 2013 AAW Symposium is an enjoyable program designed especially for the

Young Students Compete to Show Carpentry Skills

  The 2nd National Vocational & College Student Carpentry Skills Competition, hosted by

2013 China-ASEAN Theme Carving Exposition

  Woodcarving Introduced to School Campus The opening ceremony for the 2013 China-ASEAN L

The Birth of a Gondola

The beautiful Venice Gondola made with the skill that represents the refinement of Italian craftsman

Carve Beyond Reality - Wood Carving Contest in Kenya

It is rare to see wood sculpturing competition in Kenya, not to mention in Nanyuki, a town located n

Porto Wine and Rabelo Boats in Portugal

The Race of Rabelo Boats is an annual competition which first started in 1983. Held in the second bi