Why you should visit Sharjah Calligraphy Museum
Here, in the house of Hamad Al Midfaa in the Sharjah Heritage Area (Heart of Sharjah), you can embark on a fascinating discovery journey into the world of creativity and splendor to learn about the evolution of Arabic calligraphy over the years, through beautiful portraits depicting stunning calligraphic texts, letters and shapes.
Admire the beauty of Arabic Calligraphy
This museum showcases fascinating masterpieces and creative paintings by local and international artists and calligraphers. It also hosts exhibitions on a regular basis, aiming to instill the love of Arabic calligraphy in every visitor, to preserve the cultural heritage, to introduce the visitors to the Arab artists' marvelous artworks and to set new standards both locally and internationally.
The artworks displayed highlight the masterly talents of local and international artists and calligraphers; their paintings, meticulously created, carry a deep meaning and a valuable historical background. This museum, with all its spectacular calligraphic artworks, gives you a boost of positive energy that will brighten up your day.
Credit: images of The Sharjah Calligraphy Museum.
Opening hours
Mon–Thu 08:00–20:00, Fri 16:00–20:00, Sat–Sun 08:00–20:00.
Tickets
Children (under 2 years): Free
Children (2-12years): 5 AED (per child)
Adults (13+ years): 10 AED (per person)
Children tourist group (under 2 years): Free
Children tourist group (2-12 years: 3 AED (per child)
Adult tourist group (13+ years): 7 AED (per person)
Schools Entry Fees: Free
Heritage Ticket “Joint Ticket”: Children (under 2 years): Free (to Al Eslah School Museum, Sharjah Heritage Museum, Sharjah Calligraphy Museum, Sharjah Fort “ AL Hisn”, Bait Al Naboodah)
Heritage Ticket “Joint Ticket”: Children (2-12 years) per child: 10 AED (to Al Eslah School Museum, Sharjah Heritage Museum, Sharjah Calligraphy Museum, Sharjah Fort “ AL Hisn”, Bait Al Naboodah)
Heritage Ticket “Joint Ticket”: Adults (13+ years): 20 AED (to Al Eslah School Museum, Sharjah Heritage Museum, Sharjah Calligraphy Museum, Sharjah Fort “ AL Hisn”, Bait Al Naboodah)
Contacts
+971(6)-569 4561
info@smd.gov.ae
Links
Address
SharjahThe Sharjah Calligraphy Museum, Calligraphy square, Heart of Sharjah, Sharjah.