This study is concerned with the examination and investigation of facts and documents relating to past and present provisions for the teaching of art and design in the Republic of Lebanon. It encompasses nursery, elementary, secondary and higher grades of schooling and includes initial evaluation of the present art syllabus. The study will be accompanied by a survey of the current state of art and design practice in Lebanon, as set against the historical background and cultural heritage of the country. The effect of recent political events on education will be appraised. From the material a number of inferences will be drawn concerning the needs and priorities of art and design education in Lebanon. The study concludes with proposals for reorganising and updating the art syllabus. In the conclusion a number of recommendations will be made to assist with the diffusion and dissemination of art education throughout the country.