Misk Art Institute, a subsidiary of the Mohammed bin Salman Foundation “Misk,” has announced three strategic partnerships to drive cultural engagement and academic exchange.
The agreements were signed during the Misk Global Forum 2025 (MGF25) held in Riyadh on November 19–20 under the theme “Created By Youth”.
The collaborations will support Misk Art Institute’s mission to enrich artists’ creative journeys and advance Saudi Arabia’s arts and culture ecosystem, according to a press release, SPA reported.
The agreements include a partnership with MAXXI Museum in Rome to provide Saudi professionals with direct exposure to international museum practices, complemented by expert-led masterclasses delivered as part of Misk Art Institute programs.
Additionally, two memoranda of understanding were signed with Jeddah University and Taibah University to enable student development initiatives, academic exchange, and enriched cultural engagement.
Misk Art Institute continues to advance its mission to enhance the creative sector by developing artist-led initiatives, empowering talent, and strengthening cultural collaboration. The agreements reflect a shared vision to provide opportunities for artists and creatives and reinforce Saudi Arabia’s growing reputation as a regional hub for creativity and cultural dialogue.
CEO of Misk Art Institute Reem Alsultan stated: “These partnerships consolidate Misk Art Institute’s role as an enabler of the national creative infrastructure and a trusted platform for the development of arts in the Kingdom. By connecting the arts with other sectors, including education, we’re building pathways for creativity to empower the next generation of creatives and advance cultural engagement.
These partnerships support our goal of facilitating artist journeys through unlocking access to resources and visibility, encouraging innovation, and expanding the national creative landscape. Each of them adds value to a growing ecosystem where artists and institutions work together, supporting a more vibrant creative future.”
Misk Art Institute continues to expand its influence as a leading cultural institution connecting artists, organizations, investors, and the broader community to build a sustainable creative landscape. Through year-round programs, including art exhibitions, training and development pathways, and residency opportunities, it supports artists to participate more fully in shaping the cultural scene and elevating artistic expression in Saudi Arabia and beyond.
