Client: Dubai Culture & Arts Authority
Venue: Al Shindagha Historical Neighborhood
Date: 9th – 20th of January 2020
Project Description:
“Al Shindagha Days” is 10 days celebration which provides visitors with the opportunity to explore the UAE heritage on the banks of Dubai Creek through a series of tours, interactive workshops, art exhibitions and installations, where the festival sheds light on the local culture and heritage in a new way.
Activities Highlights:
• Dubai Creek – Birth Of A City
• The Perfume House
• Historical Documents Centre
• Saruq Al Hadid Archeology Museum
• Enter The Doors Of Al Shindagha – Al Shindagha Doors Exhibition
• Explore The Art Of Dhow Building
• Learn All About The Uae’s Rich Pearling History With Al Suwaidi Pearl Farm
• Lifesize Pearl Installation With Calligraphy By Diaa Allam
• Visit “Meet The Locals” To Experience Emirati Culture
• Visit Uae Based Start-Ups:
– Culture Focused Tamashee
– The Zay Initiative
– Gumash Studio
– Al Beqsha Initiative
– Al Jalila Cultural Centre For Children
– Artist Ramy Ragheb
– Artist Mariam Kteit
– Artist Shan Seth: Painting By The Creek
– Medaf Studio
– Dumye
– Urban Sketchers Workshops
• The Main Stage
• Light & Sound Show