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Welcome to the National Museum of Qatar

Plan Your Visit

Visitors of all ages will enjoy our galleries, events, exhibitions, shops and dining options.

What's On

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Families and children

Exhibition

Pipilotti Rist: Your Brain to Me, My Brain to You

Until 15 January 2024

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Exhibition

A Sneak Peek at Qatar Auto Museum Project

Until 20 January 2024
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Exhibition

Olafur Eliasson: The Curious Desert

Indoor: NMOQ (closed)
Outdoor: Near the Al Thakhira Mangrove Nature Preserve (until 28 October)

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Discover Our Collection

Enjoy a virtual museum experience through NMOQ Explorer, an innovative digital platform that provides access to our vast collection of artefacts and exhibitions.
Begin Your Journey
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NMOQ Explorer

Developed in collaboration with Microsoft, this pilot programme employs artificial intelligence to enable a seamless journey through the museum's collection.
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Our Stories

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Olafur Eliasson's Artistic Practice in Qatar

Discover how Olafur Eliasson shares his insights on the power of engaging audiences and raising environmental awareness through art in this interview.
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Collection highlight: The Al Zubarah Qur’an

Read about the oldest known version of the Holy Qur’an to have emerged from the fort city of Al Zubarah and the oldest to have emerged in all of Qatari history.
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On The Move: Women of the Desert

Discover the everyday lives of pastoralist communities in Qatar.

More About NMOQ

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Galleries

NMoQ’s gallery spaces engage all the senses in telling the story of this nation and its people.
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The Park

The Park at the National Museum of Qatar includes playgrounds, artwork, a garden and much more.
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Iconic Architecture

Jean Nouvel’s dynamic architectural design echoes the geography of Qatar while evoking the history and culture of the nation.
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Audio Guides

Explore the galleries through our audio guide tours, available in multiple languages.

Practical Information

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Helpful Hints

Visitor Guidelines

We've gathered a few practical tips to help you make the most of your visit.
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Accessibility

At Qatar Museums we are committed to ensuring our galleries, museums and cultural offerings are fully accessible to all.
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Contact Us

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