Israel, the state approaching (only) the 70th anniversary of its establishment in 1948 is more often associated with discussions surrounding politics than art. But with a rich cultural past, a creative community and an entrepreneurial spirit spanning its some 21,000-square-kilometer footprint, the country may be seen by many as a model for the appreciation of art, combining 21st century lifestyle with deep cultural devotion, well-illustrated by the fact that Israel has the international honor of housing the most museums per capita in the world.

A panel of some deeply involved art professionals discusses how a country of such a relatively small size can become a hub for contemporary art, and observes the recipe of a buzzing art scene that has helped Israel emerge as a prime cultural destination.