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Welcome to Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art

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

Visit Mathaf

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Hours and Information

Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art invites visitors to experience a world-class collection of modern and contemporary art.
Metal artwork at Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art

About the Galleries

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

Library

The Mathaf Library, or Maktaba in Arabic, is a research library specialising in modern and contemporary Arab art from the region.

What's On

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Families and children

Story Time

Story Time at Mathaf

Saturday, 16 July 2022
Join us for an inspiring story about a penguin's journey of self-discovery.
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Families and children

Exhibition

Dadu’s Light Atelier

1 July – 11 September 2022
Allow your mind and body to explore new and fascinating concepts of light and shadow.
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Children and Youth

Workshop

Paint Palette: Abstract Art for Children

Six Wednesdays
Join Paint Palette to learn and produce vibrant, abstract works on canvas!
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