Welcome to Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art

Learn about this vibrant museum dedicated to modern and contemporary art of the Arab world.

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Aref El-Rayess, The World of Petrol (1973-74), oil on canvas, 64.8 x 54.9cm. Private Collection. Photo: Courtesy of Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art

Exhibition

Resolutions: Celebrating 15 years of Mathaf

Until 8 August 2026
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Exhibition

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Until 9 February 2026
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Workshop

Action Model Drawing

On select days
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Adults

Workshop

Art Lessons with artist Ismail Azzam

Every Sunday and Tuesday
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Workshop

Fashion Forward: Upcycling Style

Until April 2026

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About Us

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Our Leadership

Our Director and President are experts in the arts and culture and heritage sectors in the Arab world.
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The Collection

Mathaf is the only museum and collection of its kind in the world.
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Discover Mathaf

About the Galleries

Mathaf’s permanent collection galleries contribute an original perspective to local and global conversations on art and society.

More about Mathaf

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Our Stories

Take a closer look at modern and contemporary Arab art through our original interviews, essays, videos and more.
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Past Exhibitions

For more than a decade, Mathaf has been committed to presenting exhibitions that preserve and promote the rich artistic heritage of the region and provide a platform for meaningful cultural dialogue.

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