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Mapping the evolution of art in the UAE over five decades Dubai, UAE, 25 December 2025: Her Excellency Hala Badri, Director General of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), and Sultan Sooud Al-Qassemi, Founder of the Barjeel Art Foundation, visited the major retrospective exhibition ‘Observers of Change’ today at Etihad Museum. Organised by Dubai Culture in collaboration with the Barjeel Art Foundation, the collection features around 60 artworks charting five decades of artistic practice in the UAE. The visit reflects a shared commitment to safeguarding local art and expanding its international visibility. During the tour, B
Abu Dhabi, December 25, 2025: The Ministry of Culture announced the selection of 41 recipients for the fourth cycle of the National Grant Program for Culture and Creativity, underscoring its ongoing efforts to support creatives and strengthen the cultural movement across the country. This announcement reflects the Ministry’s commitment to fostering an enabling environment for creativity and advancing national projects that contribute to the growth of the creative economy. This edition witnessed a notable increase in submissions, recording a 77.6% increase compared to previous cycles. This growth reflects the growing interest in the program
The Emirati Chefs Grant programme is organised in collaboration with the International Centre for Culinary Arts and aims to highlight ambitious Emirati talent in the culinary field. Six Emirati chefs were awarded diplomas in culinary arts following their successful completion of a series of training workshops delivered by ICCA Dubai experts. Shaima Rashed Al Suwaidi: “Through this grant, the Authority seeks to provide a unique platform that supports creative Emirati chefs, opens new horizons before them, and encourages them to unleash their ideas and pursue innovative projects.” Sunjeh Raja: ‘We take great pride in training
Commended by the Arab Council of the General Union of Arab Archaeologists Dubai, UAE, 12 December 2025: Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has received an Appreciation Award from the Arab Council of the General Union of Arab Archaeologists, an accolade granted to institutions dedicated to archaeology and heritage preservation. The recognition reflects the Authority’s sustained efforts to protect Dubai’s cultural heritage and ensure its transmission to future generations. The award was presented during Dubai Culture’s participation in the 28th Arab Archaeologists Conference in Cairo, Egypt. It marks a significant milestone
Dubai, UAE, 28 November 2025: The Publishing and Translation arm of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library released the book The Power of Culture in Shaping Society:The United Arab Emirates’ Experience. The publication brings together contributions from nine Emirati authors who sought to offer a distinctive perspective that enriches Arab libraries with publications reflecting the UAE’s status as a regional and global hub of knowledge. This supports the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library’s strategy to support Arabic content and strengthen the role of knowledge in building a cohesive society. This publication aligns with the Year of Community 2025,
Dubai, UAE – 27 November 2025: Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has announced a new long-term partnership with Hala, Dubai’s most convenient e-hailing taxi solution, beginning with a Eid Al Etihad initiative that brings Emirati artwork onto taxis across the city and celebrates local artists in public spaces. As part of the collaboration, 400 Hala taxis will be wrapped with a custom artwork by Emirati artist Wafa Ibrahim, transforming everyday rides into moving canvases that reflect the UAE’s heritage, identity, and creative spirit. The joint venture launched in November marking the first chapter of a wider programme designe
Dubai, UAE, 25 November 2025: Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) is inviting community members to explore a diverse journey of art and learning through the Impact Track and clubs of its School of Life initiative. Part of Dubai’s Quality of Life Strategy, the programme helps participants build new cultural and practical life skills. The December 2025 programme will offer 26 sessions and workshops across Dubai Public Libraries, providing the public with opportunities to engage with Emirati heritage and local traditions, while developing skills in areas such as music, languages, calligraphy, and more. By presenting learning in a
Dubai, UAE, 23 November 2025: Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has extended the deadline for the open call for participation in the International Symposium on Electronic/Emerging Art 2026 (ISEA2026). The move aims to provide an opportunity for creatives, practitioners, thought leaders, artists, researchers, content creators, and specialists in the fields of digital arts to take part in the international symposium that Dubai will host from 10 to 19 April 2026, under the theme ‘ELYAH: Constellating Place, Data and Identity.’ Dubai Culture will accept submissions until 15 December. Eligible entries include performance proposal