Msheireb Museums shares decade of heritage innovation at ICOM Dubai 2025

Doha, Qatar: Msheireb Museums participated in the ICOM (International Council of Museums) Dubai 2025 Conference from November 12 to 17 at Dubai World...

Doha, Qatar: Msheireb Museums participated in the ICOM (International Council of Museums) Dubai 2025 Conference from November 12 to 17 at Dubai World Trade Centre, sharing insights from a decade of transforming heritage into living inspiration. The participation follows the recent 10th anniversary celebrations and enabled Msheireb Museums to present the practical methodologies documented in its recently launched publications to museum professionals and cultural heritage experts from across the globe.

The conference provided a platform to demonstrate how the lessons captured in 'Msheireb Museums: Transforming Doha's Heritage Houses' and 'Building on Tradition – The New Architectural Language of Qatar' translate into approaches for heritage-led museum practice and regional museum branding.

Abdulla Al Naama, General Manager, Msheireb Museums, said: "The conversations at ICOM Dubai reinforced what we celebrated at our 10th anniversary: that heritage and progress work as partners when grounded in community wisdom. Sharing our approach with peers globally validated our work in making these four houses living platforms where heritage actively shapes identity and inspires belonging. This dialogue strengthens our commitment to being houses that continue to inspire."

Presentations at Global Forum

In Session A-22 (Intangible Heritage – Storytelling, Identity, and Relevance), Abdulla Al Naama presented "Voices Remembered: Curating Intangible Heritage and Historical Trauma at Bin Jelmood House." The presentation explored how Bin Jelmood House addresses sensitive historical narratives whilst honouring the voices and experiences of those affected.