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Art

A deep dive into visual creativity, from classical masterpieces to contemporary installations, and the impact of art on culture and society

Rendering of Dar Al Funoon Abu Dhabi. Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi

Dar Al Funoon will give Abu Dhabi a place where culture is continually made

CommentJuly 16, 2026

The Rosetta Stone at the British Museum in London. It is inscribed in two languages using three scripts. AFP

What is the Rosetta Stone and why does Egypt want it back?

CultureJuly 16, 2026

The work depicts a timeless maritime scene along the creek. Photo: Barjeel Art Foundation

Sultan Sooud Al Qassemi on art: The Creek in Old Dubai (1979) by Hala Kouatly

Art & DesignJuly 10, 2026

Noora Jabir and Moufida Mohideen graduated in 2024. Photo: Admaf

Ancient UAE city inspires winning artwork of Christo and Jeanne-Claude Award

Art & DesignJuly 07, 2026

Al Ain Museum, founded in 1969, is the oldest museum in the UAE. Photo: DCT Abu Dhabi

From Al Ain Museum to Dar Al Funoon: Six decades of culture in Abu Dhabi

CultureJuly 01, 2026

A side-by-side detail shows the central figure before and after restoration, with a Dutch cap removed to reveal a turban beneath. Photo: Sotheby’s

Restored Rembrandt reveals possible Muslim figure hidden for centuries

Art & DesignJune 28, 2026

Greece has returned six Egyptian figurines after they were documented as products of illicit trafficking. EPA

Greece returns ancient Egyptian figurines after trafficking investigation

CultureJune 26, 2026

Louvre Abu Dhabi says the new season reflects its ambition to tell interconnected stories of humanity through objects, histories and contemporary artistic voices. Photo: DCT

Louvre Abu Dhabi’s 2026-2027 programme explores games, trade routes and cultural heritage

CultureJune 24, 2026

Ahmad AlAttar’s Human in the Loop asks whether we can control an unseen algorithm or it learns how to guide us. Ryan Lim for The National

Artist creates installation for visitors to play hide-and-seek with technology

CultureJune 23, 2026

The Under the Same Sky exhibition explores themes of belonging and memory that shape life in the UAE. Photo: Rizq Art Initiative

Rizq Art Initiative explores the many ways artists call the UAE home

CultureJune 17, 2026

Huna Sculpture Park opened at H Residence on Jumeirah Road in 2024. Photo: Art Dubai

Blank canvas: Open call to create permanent artwork in Dubai park

CultureJune 17, 2026

2020 Dreams by Paraguayan artist Cynthia Acuna, one of four artists featured in online exhibition Held/Unheld. Photo: Maha Al Mansoori Art Gallery

New Abu Dhabi gallery begins with a virtual exhibition and a vision for growth

CultureJune 17, 2026

Ghada Amer’s work spans painting, embroidery, sculpture, ceramics and applique. Photo: Dirimart

Ghada Amer: 'I'll tackle erasure of women from art history until my last breath'

Art & DesignJune 15, 2026

Black Cloud, Red Line by Emirati artist Juma Al Haj is on display at Iris Projects in Abu Dhabi until August 6. Photo: Iris Projects

UAE art guide: Nine exhibitions to see, from Body Quotidian to Juma Al Haj

Art & DesignJune 14, 2026

Seeing Ourselves at the Bassam Freiha Art Foundation, created in collaboration with Zayed University, brings together photography, curation and design work exploring identity, heritage and contemporary life in the UAE. Photo: Bassam Freiha Art Foundation

Emirati students explore identity and heritage at Bassam Freiha Art Foundation

CultureJune 13, 2026

Sara Shamma's exhibition at the Venice Biennale recreates the Tomb of Palmyra in the Italian city. Photo: The National Pavilion of Syria - Venice Biennale

Arab art exhibitions worth travelling to this summer, from Paris to Hong Kong

Art & DesignJune 12, 2026

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