Restoration of the Doctor’s House

A space for the past to inspire today's northern healthcare leaders

Connecting students to the story of healing and service in the Galilee

Project Details

Preservation

Preservation of a 120-year-old city landmark for future generations

Renovation

Interior renovation for modern academic and administrative use

Restoration

Restoration of the building’s historic facade

Your Impact

Connect students' sense of belonging to and pride in the Galilee

Reinforce ZAC's leadership in health-sciences education

Preserve a unique historic and cultural asset

Grant ZAC visitors an impressive welcome to campus

Project Snapshot

The historic Doctor’s House was one of the earliest medical facilities in the Galilee. Originally a hospital and physician’s residence, it played a vital role in delivering care to a remote and developing region. Yet today, this landmark stands empty. The preservation and restoration of the 700 sq. m. building—through structural reinforcement, roof and window replacement, and conservation of original architectural elements—offers an opportunity to create a powerful connection between the region's past and present. The project also includes the adaptation of the building's interior, which will serve as the administrative heart of the college and welcome thousands of students each year to a planned entrepreneurship hub.

Total project budget

$5.5 million

Confirmed support

$1.3 million (ZAC)

Remaining funding need

$4.2 million

Project status

Architectural plans completed

Projected completion

2.5 years from receipt of funding

An Invitation to Partnership

By restoring the Doctor’s House, Zefat Academic College will use its historic campus as a strategic asset, enhancing our goal of preparing tomorrow's healthcare providers for the Galilee.

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