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15-05-2025
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Get your fill of culture, art and history on International Museum Day - for free in the UAE
16 May 2025 00:15 TAARIQ HALIM (ABU DHABI)Sunday, May 18, is International Museum museums around the UAE are inviting you to experience all the history, culture and art they have on offer - for if you haven't gotten around to (or never had the budget) to visit the marvellous museums of Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Sharjah, this Heritage Weekend is your you'll beat the heat with this fun, indoor family the magnificent Louvre Abu Dhabi has been on your to-do list, now's the time to go. On Saturday, 18 May, all UAE residents can enjoy free entry; just produce your valid Emirates ID and prepare to be awe-struck one of the most iconic art collections in the world, here on Saadiyat you're in Dubai this weekend, Expo 2020 Dubai Museum and Garden in the Sky are opening their doors for free access on May 17 and 18. The museum is open from 10am to 8pm, while Garden in the Sky welcomes visitors from 2pm to 10pm.A number of museums around the UAE offer free entry year-round in a bid to promote cultural learning and curiosity, and encourage the residents to interact with fruitful exploration. In Abu Dhabi, Manarat Al Saadiyat, the Bassam Freiha Art Foundation, Abu Dhabi's Heritage Village and the Miraj Islamic Art Centre are excellent options. In Dubai, Jameel Arts Centre is one of the best free sites to visit, as well as the Coffee Museum and the Dubai Police Oqaili House, the home of Saudi-born poet Mubarak bin Hamad Al Oqaili, is a beautiful heritage property dating back to 1923, and now stands as a museum on the edge of Deira's Spice Souk. The home of one of the most important Arabic classical poets in history, the structure was built from coral, stone, plaster, sandalwood, teakwood and the fronds and trunks of palm Sharjah, the Sharjah Art Museum is a hotspot for culture and is a list of all the centres you can visit for free this International Museum Day:Abu Dhabi· Manarat Al Saadiyat – A vibrant art and cultural hub· Cultural Foundation – presents exhibitions and shows· Bassam Freiha Art Foundation – Impressive private collection open to the public· Heritage Village – Step back in time to the ancient Emirates· Miraj Islamic Art Centre – A showcase of art from the Islamic worldDubai· Jameel Arts Centre – Contemporary art by the waterfront· Coffee Museum – A journey through coffee culture· Dubai Police Museum – Requires a permit (apply via Dubai Police website or app)· Al Oqaili House – A poetic heritage home built in 1923, nestled in Deira's Spice SoukSharjah · Sharjah Art Museum – Cornerstone of the region's art scene with rotating exhibitions
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14-05-2025
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Get free entry at museums across the UAE this weekend
This International Museum Day, be blessed with free entry in the UAE… International Museum Day is just around the corner, and if you're looking for a way to celebrate, then we've got just the thing for you. This weekend, May 18, is International Museum Day, and museums across the UAE are offering patrons free entry for a weekend of exploration. Museums in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah are offering free entry, giving lovers of art and culture a history and heritage-weekend treat. Even if you're simply looking for an indoor activity for your days off to beat the heat, this is a great choice. Dubai Expo 2020 Dubai Museum and Garden in the Sky are opening its doors for free access on May 17 and 18. The museum is open from 10am to 8pm, while Garden in the Sky welcomes visitors from 2pm to 10pm. Abu Dhabi If visiting the wonderful Louvre Abu Dhabi has been on your to-do list, now's the time to finally tick it off. This weekend on May 18, the art museum on Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi is offering free entry to all UAE residents. All you need is your valid Emirates ID. Present this to the ticket desk and you can enter for free. Other free museums you can visit… A number of museums around the UAE offer free entry year-round in a bid to promote cultural learning and curiosity, and encourage the residents to interact with fruitful exploration. In Dubai, Jameel Arts Centre is one of the top free spots to visit, in addition to the Coffee Museum and the Dubai Police Museum, for which you do need a permit – you can apply for the permit through the Dubai Police website – or the 'Dubai Police' app. The home of Saudi-born poet Mubarak bin Hamad Al Oqaili, a beautiful heritage home dating back to 1923, now stands as a museum on the edge of Deira's Spice Souk. The home of one of the most important Arabic classical poets in history, the structure was built from coral, stone, plaster, sandalwood, teakwood and the fronds and trunks of palm trees. In Abu Dhabi, Manarat Al Saadiyat, the Bassam Freiha Art Foundation, Abu Dhabi's Heritage Village and the Miraj Islamic Art Centre are great options. In Sharjah, the Sharjah Art Museum is a hotspot for culture and heritage. Images: Socials/Supplied > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
