MIA announces activities to celebrate ‘Doha, Capital of Culture in Islamic World 2021’

Doha: The Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) is hosting a series of events, including school activities, art workshops, cultural excursions, webinars, and art competitions for the community to mark “Doha, Capital of Culture in the Islamic World” hosted by Qatar throughout 2021. 

Salem Abdulla Al Aswad, Deputy Director of MIA, and Director of Learning and Outreach, Qatar Museums, said, “In celebration of Doha being named the Capital of Culture in the Islamic World for 2021, we have organised an extensive programme of activities to celebrate Islamic heritage and to introduce the splendor of Islamic culture and its history to the wider community.” “Choosing Doha as the Capital of Culture in the Islamic World is in line with Qatar Museums’ efforts to support Qatar in promoting Islamic heritage through inspiring cultural experiences delivered through a growing network of museums, archaeological and heritage sites, festivals, public artworks, and various educational programme.”