Qatar Museums announced an engaging array of workshops, camps, and exhibitions throughout August

Throughout the month of August, Qatar Museums (QM) will be hosting a variety of exciting workshops, camps, and exhibitions that are intended to provide both adults and children with interesting indoor experiences. 

M7 and Liwan 

M7 and Liwan are offering a lively 5-day summer program that emphasises character development and storytelling. 

Summer Camp for Kids at M7 & Liwan 

Date: August 21 - 27, 2024; 

Time: 9 am – 1:30 pm

Character development and storytelling will be the main themes of this five-day summer course. Participants can employ a variety of practical creative techniques to bring their fictional characters to life. Children will have the chance to present their works to their families and have a conversation about what they created after camp. To register, click here.

Museum of Islamic Art (MIA)

A Family Day event, numerous art workshops for adults and children, and storytelling sessions will all be held at the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA).

Family Day: Science

Date: August 10, 2024 

Time: 3 pm - 5 pm

Please join MIA Atrium for the weekly Family Day. Join us to discover more about science on August's Family Day. Admission is free; there is no need to register.

Workshop: Creative work by Arabic Calligraphy

Date: August 18, 2024 

Time: 4 pm to 6 pm

Create a superb art creation to discover the beauty of calligraphy. You can compose a passage on glossy ornament paper using a text you select from the Museum collections. The necessary materials will be supplied by the workshop.

To register, contact: miaprograms@qm.org.qa

Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art 

A range of seminars intended to foster and motivate your creative side will be held at the museum.

Workshop: Mixed Media with Fabric (For ages 15 and above)

Date: August 17 & 24, 2024

Time: 3 pm - 5 pm

You will be able to explore your imagination and create stunning, multi-layered artwork with the aid of this workshop. You will experiment with various materials, including paints, papers, and other items, to create dynamic compositions.

Register here.

- Cartooning for Critical Thinkers

Date and Time: August 8, 2024, from 4 pm to 6 pm and 

                          August 10, 2024, from 11am - 2 pm

Participate in this engaging class with satirical cartoonist Khalid Albaih. An intensive voyage into the world of political cartooning will be taken by participants. 

Attendees will learn the essential skills of cartoon production in a world of misinformation, regardless of past expertise. 

To unleash your inner critical thinker, register here.

National Museum of Qatar (NMOQ)

The NMOQ is set to host a series of engaging seminars, storytelling sessions, and summer camps, including an educational and amusing program on cybersecurity.

Workshop: Minecraft Education - Cybersecurity (for ages 9 to 15)

Date: August 18, 2024 

Time: 10 am - 1 pm

Take a computer science journey within the museum industry. Come experience a thrilling educational event in Minecraft where you may create, code, and solve issues. During engaging and interesting classes set in the world of Minecraft, you will learn important coding skills. Develop your knowledge of cybersecurity and prepare yourself for the digital world of the future.

Register now or contact: nmoqdigitalcenter@qm.org.qa

Storytelling: The Farmer who saved the Village

Date: August 2 & 3, 2024 

Time: 4 pm to 7 pm

Come hear the tale of how the village was saved by farmer Khalil. This narrative emphasizes the importance of perseverance, hard effort, forgiveness, and tolerance.

To register, contact: librarynmoq@qm.org.qa

3-2-1 Olympic & Sports Museum

To enhance the enjoyment and amusement of this summer. A 3 2 1 Summer Olympic Festival and a Storytelling Program are scheduled for the 3-2-1 Olympic & Sports Museum.

3-2-1 Summer Olympic Festival (For kids and adults)

Date: Till August 4, 2024 

Time: 4 pm to 6 pm

The Activation Zone at the 3-2-1- Qatar Olympic & Sports Museum has prepared some unforgettable, fun and educational Olympics sports for kids and adults to enjoy.

Just drop in. No registration required

Storytelling: Game, Set, Sisters!

Date: August 31, 2024 

Time: 4 pm to 5 pm

Jay Leslie's book "Game, Set, Sisters!" is the subject of this month's storytelling session. For kids ages 7 to 11, the book will be read aloud, offering a fascinating experience that ignites imaginations and cultivates a love of reading. 

Registration is not necessary.

Qatar Museums' Archeology & Heritage

Qatar Museums' Archeology & Heritage department will host summer camps titled Artefacts Workshop for children and adults. The programs will be held at Liwan.

Summer Camp: Artefacts Workshop (for kids)

Date: August 12, 2024 

Time: 10:30 am - 12 pm

Assist archaeologists in classifying ceramics based on their dimensions, composition, hue, and wear patterns to ascertain their intended uses! Limited spots are available, but the workshop is free. Please bring a reusable water bottle that is full.

To register, contact infoheritage@qm.org.qa.

Summer Camp: Artefacts Workshop (for adults)

Date: August 14, 2024 

Time: 4 pm - 5:30 pm

Help archaeologists identify pottery based on its typology by learning about various artefact kinds and environmental data. Learn how to sketch and analyse ceramics found during archaeological digs in Qatar, and see how this information may be utilised to get further insight into the lives of those who formerly called this nation home. While there is no cost for the session, space is limited. Kindly remember to bring a reusable, full bottle of water.

To register, contact infoheritage@qm.org.qa.

Dadu, Children’s Museum of Qatar 

Dadu, Children’s Museum of Qatar will host a few entertaining and informative workshops for little ones.

Workshop: Design Thinking (for ages 10 - 14)

Date and Time: August 12 & 26, 2024 from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm and 

                           August 14 & 28, 2024  from 10 am to 12:30 pm

Join us for a fun and interactive class where you will learn about the Design Thinking process, which is an effective way to solve problems creatively. Regardless of your level of experience with Design Thinking, this course will provide you with useful tools and approaches to stimulate innovation and effect meaningful change.Email talktodadu@qm.org.qa to sign up.

Workshop: OctoStudio (for ages 7 to 9)

Date and Time: August 5 & 19, 2024 from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm and  

                          August 7 & 21, 2024 from 10 am to 12 pm

In this stimulating class, you will delve into the realm of block programming and tour the fascinating galleries of the National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ). This class offers a distinctive fusion of technology and cultural discovery, making it ideal for both novices and aficionados. Come explore your creative potential with us and get knowledge in an engaging setting.

Email to book your slot at talktodadu@qm.org.qa

As the leading cultural institution in Qatar, Qatar Museums continues to enrich the cultural scene of the nation by offering diverse and engaging experiences for residents and visitors.

Visit https://qm.org.qa/en/calendar/ for the full schedule of exhibitions, public workshops, tours, and events.