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Culture Ministry, ALIPH Foundation Partner on Regional Headquarters in Riyadh

Culture Ministry, ALIPH Foundation Partner on Regional Headquarters in Riyadh
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Culture Ministry, ALIPH Foundation Partner on Regional Headquarters in Riyadh

Culture Ministry, ALIPH Foundation Partner on Regional Headquarters in Riyadh

The Saudi Ministry of Culture and the International Alliance for the Protection of Heritage (ALIPH) have signed an agreement establishing ALIPH’s first regional headquarters in Riyadh, reinforcing the Kingdom’s commitment to protecting cultural heritage.

The new office will play a pivotal role in the foundation’s efforts to protect and preserve cultural heritage in conflict, post-conflict, and crisis areas.

The agreement was signed in Riyadh by Assistant Minister of Culture Rakan Altouq, on behalf of Minister of Culture Prince Bader bin Abdullah bin Farhan, and Chair of the ALIPH Foundation Board Bariza Khiari, SPA reported.

According to a ministry press release, Saudi Arabia has been a member of ALIPH since its establishment in 2017. ALIPH has partnered with international organizations such as UNESCO and operated in countries affected by conflict, environmental disasters, and instability, providing support to hundreds of institutions across the world.

The new agreement between Saudi Arabia and ALIPH underscores the Kingdom’s efforts to preserve and protect cultural heritage.

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Red Sea Museum Strengthens Community Connection to Cultural Heritage through Enriching Knowledge Experiences

The program featured interactive workshops for children - SPA
The program featured interactive workshops for children - SPA
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Red Sea Museum Strengthens Community Connection to Cultural Heritage through Enriching Knowledge Experiences

The program featured interactive workshops for children - SPA
The program featured interactive workshops for children - SPA

As part of its cultural program, the Red Sea Museum presented a series of high-quality activities. These included art workshops, cultural dialogues, performance showcases, and family-oriented programs.

Together, they offered an enriching knowledge experience that blends the Red Sea’s cultural heritage with contemporary creative practices. The interactive content targeted diverse segments of society through innovative educational approaches, SPA reported.

The program covered a wide range of themes, including traditional architecture, historical photography, music, travel literature, maritime history, and public health in the Red Sea region. Activities were held across the museum’s facilities and in Jeddah’s Historic District. They were presented within a cultural framework that reintroduces heritage as a living, evolving element and a source of inspiration.

The program also featured interactive workshops for children. These introduced participants to the fundamentals of cartography and navigation. In parallel, specialized workshops revived historical photographic printing techniques through a contemporary approach.
In addition, the program included intellectual talks on traditional architecture and its relationship to identity and modern transformations.

It also offered practical workshops tracing the evolution of navigation from past to present. These activities combined theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience.

Through these initiatives, the Red Sea Museum continues to strengthen its role as a cultural anchor for the community. It builds effective bridges of engagement with various audiences through diverse programs and guided tours for schools, universities, and associations.

This approach broadens opportunities for reflection and learning, enhances the museum’s standing as a knowledge destination, and strengthens connection to the region’s cultural identity.

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Farasan Islands Showcase Cultural Heritage at Jazan Festival

The exhibition serves as a cultural window into the unique character of the Farasan Islands - SPA
The exhibition serves as a cultural window into the unique character of the Farasan Islands - SPA
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Farasan Islands Showcase Cultural Heritage at Jazan Festival

The exhibition serves as a cultural window into the unique character of the Farasan Islands - SPA
The exhibition serves as a cultural window into the unique character of the Farasan Islands - SPA

The Farasan Islands, renowned for their rich cultural and human heritage, are prominently featured in a dedicated section at the Cultural Street during Jazan Festival 2026.

This exhibition serves as a cultural window into the unique character of the Farasan Islands, showcasing traditional crafts and professions practiced by islanders in the past and preserved today, SPA reported.

The exhibits highlight elements of maritime heritage and traditional lifestyles, including tools used in pearl diving, a historical profession, and handicrafts that demonstrate the skill of local artisans in transforming natural materials into art.

The Farasan Islands section captivated visitors at the Cultural Street, offering a comprehensive view of the islands and reflecting the richness of their cultural identity.

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Arts AlUla Unveils Vision for Contemporary Art Museum with 'Arduna' Exhibition Launch

The Arduna exhibition features over 80 artworks from Saudi, regional, and international artists. (SPA)
The Arduna exhibition features over 80 artworks from Saudi, regional, and international artists. (SPA)
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Arts AlUla Unveils Vision for Contemporary Art Museum with 'Arduna' Exhibition Launch

The Arduna exhibition features over 80 artworks from Saudi, regional, and international artists. (SPA)
The Arduna exhibition features over 80 artworks from Saudi, regional, and international artists. (SPA)

Arts AlUla has inaugurated the Arduna (Our Land) exhibition as part of the fifth AlUla Arts Festival 2026. The initiative marks a new chapter in AlUla’s artistic journey and offers a glimpse into the future vision of the Contemporary Art Museum of AlUla, reported the Saudi Press Agency on Monday.

At the opening, the Contemporary Art Museum of AlUla's name and vision were announced, aiming to boost AlUla’s presence in the global art scene and establish it as a hub for contemporary cultural dialogue, rooted in its rich heritage. The museum is scheduled to open at a later date.

Developed in collaboration with the Centre Pompidou, the Arduna exhibition serves as a preparatory showcase for the museum, providing insights into its philosophy and anticipated cultural role through research-driven themes.

The museum will bridge cultural heritage with contemporary artistic practices, acting as a platform for exhibitions, art commissions, research, and residency programs. This ecosystem will foster artistic knowledge exchange, vital to AlUla’s social and creative landscape.

The Arduna exhibition features over 80 artworks from Saudi, regional, and international artists, reflecting humanity’s evolving relationship with nature. It also includes new commissions inspired by AlUla’s unique landscape, reinterpreted in a contemporary context.

The launch of the exhibition and museum marks a significant milestone in AlUla’s cultural trajectory, underscoring Arts AlUla’s commitment to contemporary arts and cultural exchange.