Doha, Qatar: Qatar Museums has unveiled an exciting array of activities and events for the month of July, featuring summer camps, arts and crafts workshops, museum tours, storytelling sessions, and a special Family Day!
The National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ)
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Summer Camp: Wealth of Qatar (for ages 8 to 10)
- July 1 to 3, 2024 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- This workshop is a collaborative art project inspired by the culture of Qatar. Participants will learn about traditional Qatari beliefs, culture, and pearl diving, and then work together to create a large-scale mural reflecting their collective understanding of Qatari culture. Register here.
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Workshop: Design for Games (for ages 11 to 18)
- July 7 & 9, 2024 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- This two-day workshop will teach participants the secrets of digital design and how to bring their game concepts to life. No prior experience is needed! The workshop is free, but slots are limited. Register here.
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Tour: AI Centre Open Door
- July 11, 2024 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Ignite your imagination while exploring the National Museum of Qatar’s projects or work on your own in the computer lab. Explore the AI Centre's achievements, spark your creativity, and register for future events. Free to attend, registration required. To register, email: nmoqdigitalcenter@qm.org.qa.
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Workshop: Chatbot (for ages 12 to 18)
- July 18 & 25, 2024 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Learn to design and build your own chatbots using Botpress with hands-on activities and fun challenges! The workshop is free, but slots are limited. To register, email: nmoqdigitalcenter@qm.org.qa.
Qatar Museums' Archeology & Heritage Dept Summer Camps at Fahd Bin Ali Palace
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Summer Camp: Artefacts Workshop (for kids)
- July 8, 2024 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
- Help archaeologists sort pottery and discover the use of different objects after a dig. The workshop is free, but slots are limited. Please bring a filled, reusable water bottle. To register, contact: infoheritage@qm.org.qa.
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Summer Camp: Artefacts Workshop (for adults)
- July 10, 2024 | 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
- Learn about different types of artifacts and eco-facts, and how to draw and interpret pottery from archaeological excavations in Qatar. The workshop is free, but slots are limited. Please bring a filled, reusable water bottle. To register, contact: infoheritage@qm.org.qa.
Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art
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Beyond the Frame: Youth Animation Workshop
- July 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 13, 2024 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Gain hands-on experience in creating stop motion animated films through theoretical discussions, practical exercises, and screenings of short films. To register, contact: youth@dohafilminstitute.com.
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Workshop: Let’s Make Books & Stories
- July 15 & 17, 2024 | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- This program combines stories and handcrafted arts, where children will write a story, make a book cover, and learn about the artistic atmosphere of Mathaf. Register here.
Museum of Islamic Art (MIA)
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Story Time at MIA Library
- July 1, 2024 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Bring your children to this story time session at the Museum of Islamic Art. Free to attend, registration required. To register, email: librarymia@qm.org.qa or register here.
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Workshop: An Artist’s Adventure (for ages 5 to 7)
- July 6, 2024 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
- An introductory workshop for children about the world of art, starting with a story time followed by an activity exploring different craft mediums. Free to attend, registration required. To register, email: miaprograms@qm.org.qa or register here.
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Family Day Activity: Wood
- July 13, 2024 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Join us for a Family Day at MIA Atrium to learn more about the uses and types of wood. Free to attend, no registration required.
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Workshop: Watercolour Painting
- July 20, 2024 | 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM
- Learn the techniques of watercolour painting in this workshop led by Noor Qussini. Free to attend, registration required. To register, email: miaprograms@qm.org.qa or register here.
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Workshop: Creative Work by Arabic Calligraphy
- July 24, 2024 | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Explore Arabic calligraphy and create your fine art piece inspired by texts from the Museum collections. Free to attend, registration required. To register, email: miaprograms@qm.org.qa or register here.
Dadu, Children’s Museum of Qatar
- Summer Camp: Explore Health, Wellness, and the Environment (for ages 8 to 11)
- June 30, July 1 & 2, 2024 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM at 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum
- Help your children thrive in an engaging and interactive environment at this year's summer camp. The event is ticketed at QR250 per child. To register, email: talktodadu@qm.org.qa.
As Qatar's leading cultural institution, Qatar Museums continues to enrich the nation's cultural scene by offering diverse and engaging experiences for residents and visitors.
For the full schedule of exhibitions, public workshops, tours, and events, visit Qatar Museums Calendar.