Qatar Museums will kickstart December with a range of new activities and workshops for all ages. Spanning various venues, QM invites residents and visitors to attend, and explore the world of art, culture, and heritage.
The National Museum of Qatar have a diverse roster of programmes available for the public to particate in this December, including coffee related activities related to the Growing Kopi exhibition, and a storytelling session for children.
Join us at the National Museum of Qatar for an exciting Latte Art Competition! Witness baristas' creativity as they craft stunning latte designs. A treat for coffee enthusiasts and art lovers. Don't miss this captivating event! Book your spot via the NMoQ website.
Attention to all skillful baristas in Qatar! Exhibit your coffee craftsmanship in our Latte Art Competition. Seize acknowledgment, prizes, and the admiration of coffee enthusiasts. Participate in the premier coffee showdown now! Book your spot via the NMoQ website.
Join us in a storytelling session to know about the challenges that faces Jassem in our fun Story.
Engage and entertain these family bonding sessions. After listening to our delightful storyteller, every time children take home their won handmade memento of the story and added a new value to their lives. For children under 12. Book your spot by emailing [email protected].
Discover a unique coffee alternative with our Drop-In Activity! We are using date pits to brew a delightful beverage that is both decaf and delicious. Join us for a taste of innovation and savor a rich, earthy flavour like never before.
Join us for an enlightening discussion on sustainability and coffee. Explore the intersection of eco-conscious practices and the coffee industry.
Participants will learn about the history of Arabic coffee as well as the traditions, necessary equipment and rituals related to preparing and serving the Gahwa in Qatar.
In conjunction with Dan Flavin | Donald Judd: Doha at QM Gallery Al Riwaq, Qatar Museums will continue to host workshops for families and children each month until the close of the exhibition in February 2024.
Encourage observation to understand how light and space work. Play with different materials to create interesting shadows!
Collect found objects and arrange them into minimalist sculptures. Explore the transformation of ordinary and everyday objects into art!
In addition to public workshops, exhibition organisers will run various guided tours for schools, universities, and teachers and educators.
To reserve your space, or to enquire about guided tours, please contact: [email protected].
The Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) will host various activities in December, including workshops related to the Fashioning an Empire: Textiles from Safavid Iran exhibition, their monthly story time session, and a family day to mark Qatar National Day. In addition, MIA Library has opened its rare book room displaying highlights of Palestine’s history.
What was the style and fashion of Safavid Iran like? How did this empire cultivate power and influence? Join us for a deep dive on Safavid silks through tales of textiles and fashion. This audio-series is part of the Museum of Islamic Art exhibit, ‘Fashioning an Empire: Textiles from Safavid Iran’.
As a heartfelt tribute to the enduring essence of Palestine and its people, MIA Library opens the doors of the rare book room to present a rare collection of books displaying special highlights of Palestine’s history. In the library majlis, visitors can read books about Palestine and write notes to hang on our ‘Support Palestine’ Library-Tree. This small open display comes as a way of support to the current situation in Palestine, and as an open comfortable space for the public to glance at the history and beauty of Palestine.
Families are in invited to a drop-in session in the MIA Atrium. Participants take inspiration from Fashioning an Empire exhibition to create their own carpet from Isfahan, using geometrical shapes and colours.
In honour of Qatar National Day, MIA invites the public to join them for a Family Day in the Atrium, and create your own post cards inspired by MIA’s rich collection.
Join us monthly for different activities all created under an overarching theme of protecting our planet. Storytimes dedicated to caring about our world, different arts and crafts and educational segments about museum objects all await your children. The workshop is taught in English and Arabic and is limited to 30 spaces. For booking and enquiries, email [email protected].
The Public Art department at Qatar Museums will be hosting a talk around World Wide Walls – an international mural programme, a public talk discussing the inspiration behind “Shelters by Marco Bruno”, as well as an Art Talk for students at Liwan.
The Annual Intervention Public Art Talk @ Liwan, will discuss the journey and inspiration of the placemaking artwork “Shelters” by Marco Bruno and Michael Perrone.
The Student Public Art Talk @ Liwan, unveils the artistic journeys of the Students Public Art Competitions. The winners Ibrahim El Kilani and Doaa Emam will discuss their artworks, the inspirations behind their pieces, the creative processes, and the symbolic layers, while also explaining the practical and technical challenges.
World Wide Walls: Doha is an international mural programme that has been activating in the MINA District at Doha Old Port from 26th of Nov. On our last day, QM and WWW: Doha invites you to an intriguing Public Art Talk with the visiting and local artists. Join us as we explore the stories behind the vibrant murals transforming the Old Doha Port and get insights into the artists' inspirations.
In December 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum will host a family day to mark Qatar National Day, and a winter camp to commemorate Qatar as host of the upcoming Asian Cup.
Join 3-2-1 on a 2-day winter camp where children will embark on a journey to discover the world of football and explore Qatar as the host of the upcoming Asian Cup. Participants can immerse themselves in the world of football with engaging workshops, hands-on activities, interactive sessions and an exclusive tour on the history of football. Reserve your place by registering at 321qosm.org.qa/en/.
Join 3-2-1 for a day of creativity at a Family Day event on Qatar National Day, and take part in traditional children’s games and engaging activities. No registration required.
Fire Station: Artists in Residence engages the public in December with a number of new events, including a soap making workshop, panel discussion, and messy play workshop for kids.
Join Fire Station in a fun workshop and learn different soap design techniques, including how to make soaps in different shapes and colours and how to add various scents. Participants will create their own soap to take home. Please note that this workshop is for Arabic speakers. Register by emailing: [email protected].
Have you ever dealt with an overwhelming feeling of being stuck in your creative process? Or wondered how you can identify yourself as a creative person? What are the causes of creative blocks and how can you overcome them? How can you build your brand identity and make yourself unique? Join us in a panel discussion featuring N&LS (AIR 7), Fatima Al Yousef (AIR 6), Yousef Fakhroo (AIR 7), Michael Hersrud, moderated by Sarah Al-Ansari. Register by emailing: [email protected].
Join us as we explore the basics and different elements of Persian miniature painting led by artist Noor Al Kharaan. Participants will learn about construction, colour, and other details of this art and discover a variety of styles from simplistic to intricate. We will dive into the history about Persian paintings and then put into practice the preparing of the papers to tracing, inking, and finally colouring the paintings. Please note that this workshop is for Arabic speakers. Register by emailing: [email protected].
In this workshop, kids will learn about colour mixing through observing, analysing, and identifying how colours change. Kids shall decide what colours to mix and use brushes or part of their body to paint on a large canvas. This workshop will be led by Hind Al Obaidli, who was an artist-in-resident at the Fire Station in 2022-23. Please note that this workshop is for Arabic speakers. Register by emailing: [email protected].
As the leading cultural institution in Qatar, Qatar Museums continues to enrich the cultural scene of the nation by offering diverse and engaging experiences for residents and visitors.
For the full schedule of exhibitions, public workshops, tours, and events, click here, or visit https://qm.org.qa/en/calendar/.
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