Woodstock. Anti-war protests. Flower power. You may have heard of these iconic symbols that defined the hippie movement of the 1960s and ‘70s. But have you heard of the Hippie Trail? And did you know Afghanistan served as a major stop-over?

In a nation often misunderstood and locked in an oversimplified narrative of war and strife, Afghan artisans bring nuance to the story——instilling pride and nourishing a new identity, one that celebrates the spirit of Afghan creativity and ingenuity.