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King Salman Launches Non-Profit Foundation to Invest in Human Development

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman approves the adoption of the non-profit King Salman Foundation’s bylaws.
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman approves the adoption of the non-profit King Salman Foundation’s bylaws.
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King Salman Launches Non-Profit Foundation to Invest in Human Development

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman approves the adoption of the non-profit King Salman Foundation’s bylaws.
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman approves the adoption of the non-profit King Salman Foundation’s bylaws.

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman, in a royal decree on Thursday, approved the adoption of the non-profit King Salman Foundation’s bylaws.

The Foundation reflects King Salman’s passion for culture, knowledge and history and it perpetuates achievements in the non-profit sector. The Foundation also supports sustainability in urban development.

The launch of the Foundation is derived from the King’s longstanding charitable and humanitarian initiatives.

“We will always continue, God willing, to invest in people, develop their culture and pride in their identity as a permanent approach because we seek to confront human challenges and sustain the prosperity of societies,” the King said in a statement on his X account.

“We look forward to making the foundation a lasting impact on the individual and society,” he added.

There are a number of King Salman Cultural Centers, including the King Salman Museum and King Salman Library at the Diriyah Gate Project and Saudi Society Museum at the King Salman Park Project.

The Foundation reflects King Salman’s passion for culture, knowledge and history. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Culture Minister Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan said the foundation continues King Salman's work to promote culture. He added on X that the foundation’s cultural centers would expand opportunities for creativity and knowledge.

Several cultural institutions and academic chairs named after King Salman reflect his long-standing support for cultural and historical values. These initiatives promote the Arabic language regionally and internationally and preserve Saudi history through various projects he has backed.

He has always supported Saudi cultural figures, encouraging their recognition and valuing their contributions. His personal library, filled with rare manuscripts and books, shows his passion for knowledge and preserving heritage.

The King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives (Darah) celebrated the launch of the Foundation, highlighting King Salman’s role in preserving national history.

During his 20 years as chairman, Darah saw significant growth, advancing the study of Saudi and Arab history, geography, and culture.

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Saudi Visual Arts Commission to Inaugurate Art Week Riyadh

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Saudi Visual Arts Commission to Inaugurate Art Week Riyadh

The Saudi Visual Arts Commission logo
The Saudi Visual Arts Commission logo

The Saudi Visual Arts Commission has unveiled the program and participants for the inaugural edition of Art Week Riyadh, to be held from April 6 to 13.

The week-long celebration of Saudi Arabia’s dynamic art scene will span several cultural venues—including the JAX District and Al Mousa Center—bringing together prominent local, regional, and international galleries, cultural institutions, artists, patrons, collectors, and art enthusiasts.
Held under the theme “At The Edge”, the first edition of Art Week Riyadh will explore the dynamic spirit of the capital, emphasizing its vibrant cultural landscape.
According to a statement issued by the Visual Arts Commission, Art Week Riyadh builds on the foundation of an active and evolving art community, cultivating a collaborative environment where visual arts can continue to thrive for generations. With programming designed to honor the past, celebrate the present, and envision the future, Art Week Riyadh will showcase the depth and breadth of the Kingdom’s artistic expression.
Headquartered in the JAX District, the flagship exhibition will feature more than 45 local, regional, and international galleries. Each will present curated works that explore the evolving cultural dialogues between Saudi Arabia, the wider MENA region, and the global contemporary art scene.
Curated around three thematic threads—Everyday Life, Landscapes, and Motifs—the exhibition highlights the intersections of tradition and innovation, local narratives and global influences, and heritage and future visions. It presents contemporary creativity as both a platform for cultural expression and a catalyst for dialogue, capturing how Saudi visual culture is simultaneously rooted in tradition and engaged with global artistic currents.
The statement added that contributions will come from some of the most distinguished galleries across the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and Europe.
At the Al Mousa Center in central Riyadh, over 15 galleries will present specially curated solo and group exhibitions, featuring both pioneering and emerging artists from the region and beyond. Once a commercial complex, the Al Mousa Center is now a vibrant cultural destination housing around 20 art galleries.
The statement further disclosed that the JAX District will also host three exhibitions by invited collections under the title Collections in Dialogue. Presented in partnership with leading cultural institutions and private collections, these exhibitions highlight the vital role of patronage and collecting in shaping and preserving visual culture, offering both historical insight and contemporary significance.
Art Week Riyadh will also feature a series of high-profile talks and engaging workshops, addressing current themes and questions impacting the visual arts in Riyadh, throughout Saudi Arabia, and around the world.