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Qatar Tribune
21-05-2025
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QM introduces Online Collection platform, bringing masterpieces to global audience
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Museums (QM) has announced the launch of its new Online Collection platform, providing virtual access to over 1,000 curated masterpieces from across its world-renowned museums and collections. This digital initiative offers visitors the opportunity to explore iconic artworks, rare artefacts, and cultural treasures from Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art, the Museum of Islamic Art, the National Museum of Qatar, the 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum, and more. The launch marks a major step forward in digital access, offering a seamless and immersive experience for anyone interested in exploring Qatar's rich cultural legacy. With high-resolution images, detailed descriptions, and the stories behind each object, the platform invites users to discover and engage with masterpieces spanning centuries of creativity. Visitors can also explore the collection using a range of filters, diving deeper into the objects that interest them most, and enjoy new additions as the platform continues to grow and evolve. Designed with accessibility in mind, the platform allows users to explore artworks at their own pace. Select objects are available in 3D, providing an immersive experience that brings the objects to life. The dedicated Stories section provides rich narratives, offering insight into the origin, meaning, and context of individual works, showcasing the depth and diversity of Qatar Museums' collections. The launch of the Online Collection forms part of Evolution Nation, an 18-month-long celebration of Qatar's cultural journey over the past 50 years. Curated by Qatar Creates—the national movement positioning Qatar as a global hub for art, culture, and creativity—Evolution Nation highlights Qatar's decades of cultural excellence and creative growth. As Qatar Museums celebrates its 20th anniversary, this launch also marks two decades of efforts to further enrich Qatar's cultural landscape, making it accessible to a global audience. By placing its collection online, Qatar Museums reaffirms this commitment of cultural exchange, knowledge sharing, and innovation in the digital age. As the digital archive continues to grow, it will become an invaluable resource for anyone interested in art, history, and culture, while encouraging greater appreciation and understanding of Qatar's unique cultural heritage. The Online Collection is now live, providing an exciting and educational journey through Qatar Museums' prestigious collections. Visitors are invited to explore the platform and experience the world of art and history.
Qatar Living
10-05-2025
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- Qatar Living
Qatar opens pavilion at Venice Biennale
Qatar Museums Chairperson HE Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani inaugurated the country's pavilion at the 19th International Architecture Exhibition (La Biennale di Venezia) in the historic Giardini della Biennale in Venice, Italy. During her opening speech, Sheikha Al Mayassa emphasised that the participation marked the beginning of a new cultural journey, reflecting Qatar's presence in spirit and stone. She noted that the pavilion demonstrates Qatar's commitment to fostering intercultural dialogue and promoting cultural exchange. 'The pavilion, which features an art installation by Pakistani architect Yasmeen Lari, embodies values of inclusivity and belonging, and aligns with this year's theme 'My home is your home,' she said. 'Qatar's participation (at the Biennale) goes beyond architectural construction. It presents a powerful cultural message that amplifies the voice of the region and showcases its heritage with confidence,' added Sheikha Al Mayassa. She highlighted that Venice, historically a bridge between East and West, serves as an ideal platform for conveying this message, adding that Qatar will soon join other nations in Giardini, where architecture becomes diplomacy and beauty speaks for peace. She pointed out that Qatar's pavilion, designed by talented architect Lina Qattouf, symbolises hospitality and resilience, reflecting shared aspirations. HE Sheikha Al Mayassa affirmed that culture is the foundation of the pavilion's design, with kindness as its language, making it not just an architectural structure, but a space for dialogue, wonder, and global engagement in conversations that inspire peace and cultural exchange. Qatar's new pavilion is centrally located within the Biennale gardens, near the renowned Book Pavilion. Qatar Museums' Chief Executive Officer Mohamed Saad Al Rumaihi said international exhibitions are a cornerstone of the institution's strategy to raise Qatar's cultural profile worldwide, noting that such shows help build cultural understanding and reinforce a creative economy. Qatar's ambassador to Italy Khalid bin Youssef Al Sada affirmed that the country's participation in this year's Biennale Venice is part of a strategic cultural vision aimed at promoting cultural dialogue with the world and strengthening bilateral relations with Italy, based on a firm belief that culture serves as an effective bridge for communication and understanding among peoples. Meanwhile, the Qatar pavilion organised the Beyti Beytak exhibition at La Biennale di Venezia. The exhibition explores how modern and contemporary architecture meets the needs of communities and reimagines a sense of belonging. --- Make sure to check out our social media to keep track of the latest content. Instagram - @qatarliving X - @qatarliving Facebook - Qatar Living YouTube - qatarlivingofficial
