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It's a commonly accepted fact that the museums are the best places if one wants to know deeply about the past of the city, its evolution and development , museums are indeed the window to the past helping one to analyze and compare it with present. The cultural capital of the UAE, the Emirate of Sharjah has a rare wealth of enriching monuments and relics well organized in the forms of nearly 25 museums offering precious glimpses of the Emirates long legacy to visitors.
Al Eslah School Museum
A rare opportunity to feel the austerity of Islamic education 70 years ago. Established in 1935 and the first formal educational institute to be opened in Sharjah, this school welcomed pupils from all over the Gulf region.
For more information call 06 568 4114
Saturday to Thursday 8:00am - 8:00pm
Friday 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Al Mahatta
Enlighten your knowledge on the aviation history of the Emirate by visiting Al Mahatta museum which used to be Sharjah's first airport building. In 1932 the first airport in the Gulf opened in Sharjah, used as a staging post for commercial flights en route from Britain to India.
Watch an interesting film about the daily life at the airport and Sharjah Town during the 1930's .Four of the original propeller planes, fully restored, stand guard in the hangar alongside the original refueling tanker.
For more information call 06 573 3079
Saturday to Thursday 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Sharjah Archaeology Museum
Exciting platform to appreciate archaeological advancements. A well-located map tells about all the archaeological excavation sites in the emirate. The exhibits are displayed according to their chronology in different halls, namely, The Live Past, The Stone Age, The Bronze Age, The Iron Age and the Advent of Islam.
Amazing display of artefacts, coins, jewellery, pottery and ancient weapons for your reference and don't miss out watching a dig in progress, models of burials, houses and tombs and first forms of writing in this area.
For more information please call 06 5665466
Saturday to Thursday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm & 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Friday 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Closed on Sun
Sharjah Art Museum
Sharjah Art Museum is n art lover's paradise serving as a cultural melting pot for local and international aesthetics. Opened in April 1997 this is the largest art museum in the Gulf with both temporary exhibitions and permanent collections by renowned artists.
Review the mesmerizing galleries of stunning landscapes, cityscapes and portraits painted in oil, water colours and acrylics. Graphic displays exhibit an amazing array of styles and interpretations created by artists from the Arab world, in a variety of media.
Throughout the year the museum holds special exhibitions.
For more information Call 06 568 8222
Saturday to Thursday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm & 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Friday 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Mon Closed
Bait Al Naboodah
Traditional Emirati house exhibiting the architectural intelligence and societal values of the past. Awesome opportunity to feel the family life and routines through displayed work. You can inspect the walls made from coral, innovative methods of ‘air conditioning' and unique decorative carvings, in both plaster and wood.
For more information call 06 568 1738
Saturday - Thurdsay 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday 4:00 pm- 8:00 pm
Bait Khalid bin Ibrahim
It is the house of one of the leading pearl merchants (Tawaweesh) in the Gulf who made their home in the ‘Heart of Sharjah' over 100 years ago. Reflects Bahraini architecture and design. Unique chance to compare this architectural style as being distinct from that of other traditional houses.
For more information call 06 568 0606
Saturday - Thurdsay 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday 4:00 pm- 8:00 pm
The Bait Sheikh Said Bin Hamad al Qassimi at Kalba
East coast of Sharjah offers an incredibly fascinating heritage site for visitors.In the traditional fishing village of Kalba, you will find a charismatic old fort and the prominent beachside residence of H.E. Sheikh Saeed bin Hamed Al Qasimi, both fully restored to display items of Islamic heritage and lifestyle, archaeological finds, weapons, agricultural equipment, in addition to a collection of musical instruments. Inland, in a beautiful setting overlooking the mangroves is Al Ghail Fort.
For more information call 09 277 4442
The Sharjah Calligraphy Museum
Visual treat of written script for visitors to grasp the heritage and legacy of Arabian art of Calligraphy .The only museum in the Arab world devoted entirely to calligraphy and located in one of the cultural capitals of the Arab world, aims to instill the art of calligraphy in the people and visitors of Sharjah and to set new standards both locally and internationally.
For more information call 06 569 4561
Saturday - Thurdsay 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday 4:00 pm- 8:00 pm
The Sharjah Discovery Centre
An interactive theme park to discover the potential of science and technology.This children's centre is a great day's outing for the whole family with seven themed areas, packed full of ‘hands on activities' and plenty of fun.
Filled with action and entertainment, enter a colourful arena exploring the dynamics of water, the five senses, the art of travel and the mechanisms of building, become a star on TV, climb the wall and ‘shop till you drop' in the children's supermarket.
For more information call 06 558 6577
Summer Timings
Sunday - Wednesday 8:30am - 2:30pm
Thursday Evening 4:30pm - 8:30pm
Friday - Saturday 3:30pm - 8:30pm
The Sharjah Heritage Museum
A true portrayal of the rich traditional customs and culture of Sharjah where you will see handcrafted works of art and objects that date back to a time when local people relied solely on fishing and pearling. Trace the development of education, currency and early postal system. Discover the traditional skills and crafts relating to jewellery, costumes, and the herbal medicines, music and folklore.
For more information call 06 568 0006
Saturday - Thurdsay 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday 4:00 pm- 8:00 pm
Sharjah Maritime Museum
A fruitful Endeavour to preserve and interpret the stories and material evidence of the Emirate's rich maritime heritage. You can explore traditional wooden seafaring dhows used for fishing, trading and pearling, each designed according to their use. See genuine Arabian pearls, discover how they were collected, measured and weighed. Admire the powerful wooden pulley blocks used to raise and lower sails and discover the local traditions for catching fish.
Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilisation
A special museum to enjoy Islamic art, history, science and culture, the first of its kind in the UAE. Situated right at the historical heart of Sharjah on the Majarrah Waterfront, this fascinating Museum started its life as a traditional Middle Eastern souq or indoor market.
For more information
Tel: + 971 6 5655455
Timing is subject to change
Saturday - Thursday 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday 4:00 pm- 8:00 pm
Sharjah Natural History and Botanical Museum
Build a solid level of understanding of the eco through time at this interactive, high tech museum. Different halls show the region's natural history, with displays of desert and marine ecosystems. Go back in time to encounter dinosaur models, erupting volcanoes, prehistoric fossils and meteorites from outer space.
Sharjah Botanical Museum
On the same site as the Natural History Museum, learn about the development of plants and the complex relationship between humans and botany.
For more information call 06 531 1411
Sunday - Thursday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Friday 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Saturday 11:00 am - 5:30 pm
Closed on Tuesday
The Sharjah Science Museum
Mind blowing attempt to bring science to life, this museum has so many exhibits and interactive displays designed to stimulate and inspire the visitor.hands-on experiments and illusions, exploring colour, aerodynamics, cryogenics and physiology, electrifying demonstrations to quench the scientist in a person.
For more information call 06 566 8777
Winter timings: September- May
Sunday - Thursday 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
Friday - Saturday 9:00 pm- 2:30 pm &3:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Summer timings:
Saturday - Thursday 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
Friday 9:00 am - 2:30 pm & 4:30 pm- 8:30 pm
Sharjah Aquarium
Unraveling the intricate details of the marine life Sharjah Aquarium exhibits everything from the larger ocean creatures to the smaller marine life to be found in the rock pools, coral reefs, lagoons and mangroves.
With over 250 species there is so much to see from the smallest clown fish and delicate seahorses to moray eels, rays and reef sharks.
For more information call 06 528 5288
Wednesday 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm Families only
Thurdsay 9:00 am - 7:30 pm
Friday 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sunday - Tuesday: Closed
Al Hisn Museum
Al Hisn Museum is currently undergoing maintenance and redisplay. We are still open and you are very welcome to visit. There is no entrance fee during this period.
Visit this stunning fort, the former residence of the Al Qasimi Ruling family and appreciate traditional architecture and artifacts. Built in 1820, this large, majestic, double storey fort houses priceless objects, fascinating old photographs, classic weapons and trading tools tracing 200 years of Sharjah's history. Al Muhalwasa Jail, the Sheikh's bedroom and the date collecting store offer you insights into a unique Arabian heritage, set within the solid walls of this imposing stronghold.
For more information Call 06 568 5500
Saturday - Thurdsay 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday 4:00 pm- 8:00 pm
Majlis Al Midfaa
Explain the functions of a majlis as a library and meeting place for local residents, scholars and merchants to discuss poetry, literature and politics, thus maintaining social and cultural communication among the educated people of Sharjah.
The most peaceful meeting place is renowned for its remarkable round wind tower, the only one of its kind in the UAE.
For more information call 06-5681738
Saturday to Thursday 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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