They also had the monopoly for the metal industry in the Land of Israel and prevented the Hebrews from metal smithing. The city of Ekron was conquered and destroyed in 603 BC, by the Babylonian king, Nebuchadrezzar. A loom is on display, as apparently there was quite an active textile industry. Across from the reconstructed Philistine street is the small, one room museum, that features some of the finds from the excavations at the Tel. A stop at Revadim can be interesting, educational and varied.
Jewelry utilizing Philistine design is made on the kibbutz and can be purchased.
The kibbutz has an Italian restaurant, Pasta at the Silo , which as the name implies is located in what used to be a silo. It offers homemade pasta and also has a take out service. You should note that Pasta at the Silo is closed on Sundays and evenings. Those who prefer an authentic kibbutz experience can dine in the dinning hall, for a fee. Worth noting, if you try to visit Tel Miqne itself you will find a site overgrown with weeds where nothing is visible from the many years of excavations.