Saudi Museums Commission Signs MoU with the AEON Collective

The agreement aims to promote sustainability in museums through the implementation of sustainable operational strategies. (SPA)
The agreement aims to promote sustainability in museums through the implementation of sustainable operational strategies. (SPA)
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Saudi Museums Commission Signs MoU with the AEON Collective

The agreement aims to promote sustainability in museums through the implementation of sustainable operational strategies. (SPA)
The agreement aims to promote sustainability in museums through the implementation of sustainable operational strategies. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia’s Museums Commission signed on Sunday a memorandum of understanding with the endowment fund AEON Collective at the National Museum in Riyadh.

The agreement aims to promote sustainability in museums through the implementation of sustainable operational strategies. It also addresses local environmental issues, strengthening the connection between museums and their surrounding communities.

Signed by Museums Commission Acting CEO Ibrahim Al-Sanousi and Princess Noura bint Turki Al Saud and Princess Mashael bint Saud bin Fawaz Al Shalan, the founding partners and endowment administrators of the AEON Collective, the memorandum outlines cooperation in areas of mutual interest to both parties.

The memorandum emphasizes promoting sustainable practices within museums, focusing on optimizing the use of eco-friendly resources and improving energy efficiency. It also seeks to raise awareness of environmental issues and contribute to environmental protection through educational and outreach initiatives.

The signatories of the memorandum aim to showcase the authentic Saudi identity, build knowledge through a culturally informed approach, and strengthen capabilities in the field of sustainable development.



Winter at Tantora Festival Begins in AlUla

Winter at Tantora Festival begins in AlUla. (SPA)
Winter at Tantora Festival begins in AlUla. (SPA)
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Winter at Tantora Festival Begins in AlUla

Winter at Tantora Festival begins in AlUla. (SPA)
Winter at Tantora Festival begins in AlUla. (SPA)

This year's Winter at Tantora Festival opened Thursday in AlUla, celebrating the region's unique blend of art, culture, and heritage.
The festival, part of ongoing efforts to position AlUla as a premier global tourist destination, will run until January 11. The opening day attracted a large number of visitors who enjoyed a variety of cultural and heritage activities, including live musical performances, art exhibitions, guided tours to archaeological sites, and traditional folk-art displays, said the Saudi Press Agency on Friday.
The festival features a rich program of activities catering to all ages, including workshops, interactive experiences, and culinary events that highlight local cuisine. It also provides an opportunity to explore traditional wedding customs, offering visitors an authentic insight into Saudi culture.
Winter at Tantora is one of the flagship initiatives supporting tourism and heritage as part of the Saudi Vision 2030, and it serves as a platform for cultural exchange, bringing together attendees from around the world.