Jeddah’s House of Islamic Arts marks International Museum Day
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JEDDAH, May 19 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The House of Islamic Arts in Jeddah marked International Museum Day 2026 with a special exhibition focused on traditional life and heritage, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
The exhibition offered visitors a cultural journey into the past through rare collectibles and personal items contributed by collectors and heritage enthusiasts from Saudi Arabia and abroad.
Interactive stations recreated aspects of social life inside traditional homes, including majlis gatherings, evening social events, home interiors and offices.
The exhibition also featured Arab and European collectibles, vintage devices, classic furniture, paintings, antiques and personal household items.
The event aimed to highlight the role of museums in preserving heritage and promoting cultural dialogue through experiences that connect generations with shared history and memory.
