Monday 28 / July / 2025
Muscat: The Learning Centre at Al Mouj Muscat, affiliated with the National Museum, represents a strategic step towards expanding community outreach and enhancing the museum's cultural presence outside its headquarters.
The Learning Centre constitutes an advanced model in the field of ‘museum education’ and the development of vibrant cultural environments capable of responding to the aspirations of individuals and strengthening their connection to the cultural heritage of the Sultanate of Oman. The centre’s programmes are in line with the Sultanate of Oman's vision to make culture an integral part of comprehensive development.
Besides helping citizens become more associated with their cultural roots, the centre also makes users open to the global community, by utilising interactive methods inspired by the museum's collections. The exhibits are designed to combine education, art and entertainment to meet the needs of diverse segments of the local community and international visitors alike.
Amina Abdullah Al Abri, Head of the Learning Centre Department, said that the centre provides an exceptional educational experience for visitors of different nationalities.
To expand the volume of target audience, the Learning Centre hosts a variety of activities and programmes, including art workshops for adults, training sessions for students from university and college and theatrical performances for children, said Amina, noting that the educational and cultural experience offered by the Learning Centre meets the expectations of families and other community members.
As many as 3,657 users benefited from the activities and programmes of the Learning Centre’s branch at Al Mouj Muscat, since the centre’s establishment in 2023 until the end of July 2025.
