Nativity Sets Around the World

Joyful nativity scene made in Kenya from banana fiber, cloth and wire. We particularly like the trumpeting angel in this set.  Banana palm leaves are woven and dried to create the storage box, and to give interesting detail to this nativity set...

Our merry moose nativity scene is a creative and unique interpretation of the traditional Christmas nativity. Even moose, which are large, majestic creatures, pay homage to the birth of the infant Jesus in this moose nativity scene. Made from...

Fair trade nativity scene from Indonesia is designed in the style of the Dayak peoples of Borneo. Each nativity piece is handcarved from sustainable Albizia wood, sanded to a smooth finish and handpainted. The infant Jesus can be removed from the...

This unique ceramic nativity scene luminary is handcrafted in a family owned workshop in Nicaragua. The holy family and ox and donkey are etched into the clay and painted with vibrant colors. Cut-out stars are illuminated if you choose to light the...

This unique ceramic nativity scene luminary is handcrafted in a family owned workshop in Nicaragua. The holy family and ox and donkey are etched into the clay and painted with vibrant colors. Cut-out stars are illuminated if you choose to light the...

Lovingly handmade in Chile to represent the nativity scene as portrayed in the traditional dress of the Selknam tribe of Chile. The Selknam people held deep spiritual beliefs including faith in a creator and worship of one main deity. The Selknam...

Beautiful Thai nativity pieces are crafted from pottery and glazed in a celadon crackle finish. Each nativity figure is clothed in chut thai (traditional Thai clothing) The angel wears a mongkut headdress which is a Thai symbol of divinity.  A...

The detail and craftsmanship of this embroidered nativity scene from Nicaragua is beautiful. Each piece is stitched from felt and features hand-sewn details. The infant Jesus is removable from the manger. Joseph stands about 5 inches tall. Imported...

Lovingly handmade in Chile to represent the nativity scene as portrayed in the traditional dress of the Rapa Nui. The Rapa Nui people live in the Easter Island and mainland regions of Chile. The Rapa Nui nativity scene is approximately 5 inches tall. As...

Lovingly handmade in Chile to represent the nativity scene as portrayed in the traditional dress of the Mapuche people of Chile. The Mapuche people are known for their traditional weaving. Mapuche (or people of the land) are the largest ethnic...

Nativity manger scene made in Thailand from nickel, copper, brass, and multi-colored beads. There is no lead in the metals and only lead free solder is used.  Nativity scene is made in Thailand and measures 5 inches high x 3 inches wide x 3 inches...

A new favorite nativity scene - the lustrous shine of this metal nativity from Thailand is simply gorgeous. Colorful beads highlight the star of Bethlehem, the wisemen and the backdrop. The nativity is handmade in Thailand from nickel, copper, brass and...

Vibrant nativity set shadowbox from Uganda is made from colorful kitenge fabric, bark cloth, wire, and papier-mâché. Each of these nativity sets features a different section of kitenge cloth so no two are exactly alike. Just a few are shown...

A dazzling star is displayed above the holy family in this fair trade nativity scene from Peru. Fair trade imported - handmade in Peru from decoratively painted wood, and then assembled with small ceramic nativity figures at the base, this 5 inch tall...

A fair trade and natural nativity set from Kenya. Smooth and lustrous soapstone is locally sourced and carved by artisans in southwest Kenyan to create this stately nativity. Each figure highlights its own unique natural patterns and tones, and is...

A handmade, fair trade nativity scene from Nepal nestled in a solid glass apothecary jar. The jar measures 5.25 inches h x 2.5 inches in diameter. Handmade felt components are created and assembled by skilled Nepalese artisans working in a fair trade...