Zamani House Of Heritage

Located in Georgetown at 3145 Dumbarton Street NW, Zamani House of Heritage is a family-owned retailer specializing in hand-crafted textiles, rugs, jewelry, and traditional garments imported directly from Afghan artisans. Operating for 12 years in the Georgetown retail landscape, the store features hand-loomed rugs made with natural dyes and hand-woven Afghan embroidered textiles, alongside intricately crafted silver jewelry created by Afghan craftspeople. The business traces its roots back to the 1960s when the Zamani family began exporting Afghan textiles and embroidered coats that gained worldwide recognition, with pieces famously worn by The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, and members of Pink Floyd. The store’s mission emphasizes supporting Afghan artisans and their families through direct purchases, contributing to cultural preservation and economic opportunity for traditional craftspeople. Beyond retail, the business owner has engaged in humanitarian efforts including education sponsorships for girls in Afghanistan and engagement with the Afghan refugee community in the United States.