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A remarkable piece of the Middle East sits at the heart of London’s Kensington. This summer, Leighton House brings its iconic Arab Hall into a new contemporary chapter with The Arab Hall: Past and Present, a multidisciplinary programme exploring the history and continuing relevance of one of London’s most extraordinary interiors.
Qatar is preparing to welcome the second edition of Design Doha, the region’s biennial dedicated to contemporary design. Organised by Qatar Museums, the 2026 edition will take place from 5 November 2026 to 31 January 2027, transforming Doha’s historic Fereej Al Asmakh district into a setting for exhibitions, installations and public projects.
The seventh edition of the Amman International Film Festival – Awal Film has officially opened, reaffirming Jordan's growing role as one of the Arab world's leading cultural destinations. Bringing together filmmakers, actors and audiences from across the Middle East and beyond, this year's festival celebrates not only the power of cinema but also the stories, identities and voices that continue to shape the region.
A new exhibition at Hafez Gallery explores memory, identity and belonging through the works of three influential Arab artists from different generations and backgrounds.
The project “Testimonies of Life,” presented at Diba Gallery in Abu Dhabi, marks the culmination of a profound artistic journey by artist Lavi Li in collaboration with photographer Daria Kuligina, under the curatorial guidance of Lebanese curator Micha Shirian and art historian Maryam Zhukava.
A Middle Eastern exploration of archaeology, identity, and the rediscovery of a possible ancient queen The book Let Them Know She Is Here: Searching for the Queen of Mleiha is written by Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi, a leading cultural figure from the United Arab Emirates known for her work in literature, publishing, and heritage development across the Arab world.
In a moment that reflects the growing power of cultural diplomacy, Sharjah has taken centre stage in Europe as the first Arab Guest of Honour at the Warsaw International Book Fair. More than a simple participation, the emirate’s presence represents a long-standing cultural vision built over five decades, where books, knowledge, and dialogue are seen as bridges between societies rather than borders between them.
In a city built on movement, diversity, and reinvention, Dubai-born artist Dina Sami is transforming identity into something people can physically wear.
Across a region where skylines are constantly rewritten and cities evolve under rapid transformation, the Sharjah Architecture Triennial Sharjah Architecture Triennial presents one of the most urgent cultural propositions of 2026.
In the heart of Asir Region, the heritage village of Rijal Almaa is gaining renewed global attention as one of the most unique architectural landscapes in the Middle East.
I visited Laila Muraywid’s studio in Paris, it is the kind of place that rearranges your inner geography. A Syrian artist working between painting and sculpture, she creates objects that feel at once intimate yet cosmic, like relics from ancient times that pulse with contemporary pain and splendour.
A new cultural landmark is set to rise in Sharjah as the Barjeel Art Foundation announces the opening of its long-awaited museum in 2028 — a space dedicated to preserving and celebrating modern and contemporary Arab art.
Explore peace, spirituality, and identity through typography at Tashkeel Dubai The SALAM exhibition at Tashkeel, Dubai, offers a captivating journey into the world of contemporary Arabic calligraphy and typography. Curated by Ibrahim Zaki, the show brings together a diverse group of artists who reinterpret the visual language of Arabic letters, creating works that explore peace, spirituality, and contemplation.
In a bold step toward shaping the future of its cultural landscape, Riyadh University of Arts is set to open its doors this September, marking a transformative moment for creative education in the Kingdom.
In a moment where history, identity, and perception intersect, Ramzi Mallat steps into London’s cultural spotlight with a work that feels both deeply personal and universally resonant. His latest installation, Atlas of An Entangled Gaze, unfolds within the mesmerizing interiors of Leighton House Museum, marking not only his first institutional commission in the United Kingdom, but also the opening chapter of the museum’s centennial celebrations.
As the 61st edition of the Venice Biennale prepares to open this May in Venice, Arab nations are stepping confidently onto one of the most influential stages in the global art world. More than a prestigious exhibition, the Biennale is a platform where countries define their cultural narratives, artists reshape international discourse, and contemporary art becomes a mirror of political and social realities.
As the Middle East’s cultural landscape accelerates into a new era, few figures stand at its crossroads quite like Ridha Moumni. Chairman of the Middle East and Africa at Christie's, Moumni reflects not only on the region’s artistic evolution but on the personal encounters that shaped his vision — from North African architecture to the contemporary art boom in the Gulf.
As the global art world turns its attention to the Gulf, Saudi Arabia is doing something deeply intentional: it is looking inward, revisiting its Modern art roots to shape what comes next.
The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra) has revealed the five shortlisted artists for the 7th edition of the Ithra Art Prize, reaffirming its position as one of the most influential platforms for contemporary art in the Arab world.
At the heart of Cairo, inside the monumental Grand Egyptian Museum, Art Cairo 2026 unfolds as more than just an art fair. It feels like a statement. A declaration that Arab contemporary art is no longer peripheral, but confidently positioned within the global cultural conversation.
As it marks its fifteenth anniversary, Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art reasserts its role not only as a guardian of modern Arab art history, but as a living, responsive institution deeply engaged with the urgencies of the present. Through two parallel exhibitions—Resolutions: Celebrating 15 Years of Mathaf and we refuse_d—the museum offers a powerful reflection on memory, resistance, and the continued necessity of artistic expression.
In the narrow streets of Historic Jeddah, where coral stone buildings bear centuries of trade, faith, and migration, Arabic calligraphy is once again being reimagined as a living art form. The second edition of the Dar Al Qalam Residency Programme unfolds in Historic Jeddah (Al-Balad), reaffirming the city’s enduring role as a crossroads of culture in the Middle East.
The contemporary art landscape of the Middle East is undergoing a profound transformation. New institutions, biennales, and cultural initiatives are reshaping how art is produced, exhibited, and understood across the region. Within this dynamic context, the Ithra Art Prize has established itself as one of the most significant platforms dedicated to supporting artists from the Arab world, not only through recognition, but through sustained engagement with artistic practice.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia marks a new milestone in luxury travel with the unveiling of Dream of the Desert, the nation’s first ultra-luxury train.
The seventh edition of Art Cairo will take place from 22–26 January 2026, hosted at the newly opened Grand Egyptian Museum near the Giza Pyramids.
Dubai, UAE – The 2026 edition of the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature 2026, running 21–27 January in Dubai, will shine a bold spotlight on the transformative power of translation.
In the heart of Beirut, the Sursock Museum opens its doors to a stirring new chapter of Arab cultural heritage with the arrival of the exhibition DIVAS: From Oum Kalthoum to Dalida.
The inaugural edition of Art Basel Qatar 2026 is set to feature an impressive lineup of galleries from across the Arab and Middle Eastern region, showcasing the vibrant and diverse artistic voices of the area. These galleries play a vital role in promoting local talents, fostering cultural exchange, and expanding the global visibility of regional art practices.
I recently had the pleasure of visiting Samir Sayegh’s exhibition “ A journey” at the Saleh Barakat Gallery, where I also had the opportunity to meet Samir and take a brief tour of his remarkable art masterpieces.
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Hartwig Fischer, ex-director of the British Museum, has been named as the founding director of Saudi Arabia’s new Museum of World Cultures
Lebanese artist Omar Mismar made a splash at the Venice Biennale with a series of political mosaics inspired by ancient works, some of which comment on the regime of Syria’s President Bashar al-Assad.
Rock Art Found in Saudi Arabian Cave Offers ‘Rare Glimpse’ Into Ancient Human Life
Fashion Trust Arabia (FTA) hosted its third annual FTA 2021 Prize today in Doha, Qatar, at the National Museum.
A large planet-like circular form dappled with what appear to be craters and a few black dots changes constantly in front of the viewer’s eyes.
Princess Safia and Lomar launch Khaleeki Chic abaya line, a modern and global abaya for all women.
Loss of hearing has not stifled the creativity of Saudi painter Nujood Al-Otaibi, now looking forward to her first solo exhibition.
The Saudi Ministry of Culture is about to launch the 2nd edition of an art residency in the picturesque Al-Balad in Jeddah for 2021-2022.
French architecture studio AW2 has revealed its design for a glamping resort made up of 47 luxury tents in the AlUla desert in Saudi Arabia.
The modern and luxurious resort, built into the mountains of the Sharaan Nature Reserve, is set to take visitors on a vivid sensory, spatial and emotional journey through time.
The oasis includes more than 2.5 million palm trees feeding on a huge aquifer through 280 artesian springs
While many countries in the world have halted construction work and put projects on hold due to the pandemic, Saudi Arabia continues to move forward with its giga-projects, including the homeland of its forefathers, Diriyah.
As some European countries reopen cultural institutions as part of their gradual emergence from lockdown, officials in Italy are coming up with inventive ways to keep visitors safe while they get their art fix.
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Modern Arab art is having a moment.
A Chinese architect designed a shield that would protect a wearer during a coronavirus outbreak by using UV light to sterilise itself.
The trailblazing Lebanese artist whose richly colored abstract paintings and intricate, organically shaped sculptures in wood, clay, aluminum, and other materials.
Is it the breath-taking nature, the colourful spices, the endless details, or the amazing hospitality?
Winter at Tantora strives to keep pace with the evolution of humanity and the mix between the arts and technical development.
Tabuk’s northern region has been affected by a polar wave since Friday morning
“The Art of Banksy ‘Without Limits'” will run at the King Abdullah Financial Centre in Riyadh from February 21 until April 20.