What Makes Qatar A Large Museum The National Museum of Qatar. By Danica O. Kus https://www.arc-magazine.com/national-museum-of-qatar-qatar/ Qatar is a small country in terms of land space of 11,627 km2 with a population of 2,326,464, but the services and cultural institutes are bigger than its land. With more than 25 museums and cultural institutes such as, … Continue reading #QATARILITMONTH: The National Museum of Qatar
#QATARILITMONTH: The Heritage Library at Qatar National Library
Treasures of the Arabic and Islamic Worlds at Qatar National Library The Heritage Library’s location at the heart of Qatar National Library reflects its important role as the guardian of the nation’s history and heritage. The extensive collection of heritage and historical materials traces scientific, artistic, social and economic development throughout the Arab and Islamic worlds. It also highlights the … Continue reading #QATARILITMONTH: The Heritage Library at Qatar National Library
#QATARILITMONTH:The Museum of Islamic Art
The Museum of Islamic Art Destination for Art, Knowledge and Architecture The Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) is a landmark of Qatar. The museum opened its door for visitors on November 2008 (Alarabiya, 2008). The museum's significance to Qatar can be understood through knowing that it was designed by the architect I.M. Pei, who also … Continue reading #QATARILITMONTH:The Museum of Islamic Art
#WorldKidLit Wednesday: Princess Arabella at the Museum
Princess Arabella at the Museum is a bold and quirky ode to a selection of brilliant artists. The portrait-style cover features little Princess Arabella wearing her signature crown and a geometrical print dress that pays homage to the works of twentieth-century Dutch painter, Piet Mondrian, just like Yves Saint Laurent did in the 1960s! This … Continue reading #WorldKidLit Wednesday: Princess Arabella at the Museum
#WorldKidLitWednesday: Bear and Fred: A World War II Story
“Many years ago,in a faraway land called Holland, in a city named Delft, I was Fred’s teddy bear. I never had a name. Fred never gave me one. I lived in his bedroom with other toys. I was a happy bear. Little Fred loved me more than any other toy. He took me everywhere he … Continue reading #WorldKidLitWednesday: Bear and Fred: A World War II Story
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