That's the Zayed National Museum, which is set to open in December this year, which is being built in honour of UAE's Founding Father, Sheikh Zayed.
Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Lord Norman Foster of Foster + Partners, the museum’s design embodies the heritage of the UAE which is at the forefront of its sustainable design.
Five steel structures rise above the museum and are inspired by the wing of a falcon in flight with falconry considered a practice that is an integral part of Emirati culture.
Through immersive exhibitions, active research and public and community programming, the museum builds on Sheikh Zayed’s vision, upholding the values he stood for, including humanitarianism and the preservation of Emirati culture and heritage.
Visitors will explore six permanent galleries across two floors, spanning 300,000 years of human history, as well as a temporary exhibition gallery.
The museum’s collection features artefacts from across the UAE, including donations related to the heritage of the UAE, in addition to domestic and international loans.
Museum highlights will include the Abu Dhabi Pearl, one of the world’s oldest natural pearls, and will shed new light on the history of pearling in the Arabian Gulf.
The museum will offer an inclusive and accessible experience that connects people across generations and geographies. Through its galleries, learning programmes and pioneering research, it will bring global perspectives and into dialogue with the UAE’s heritage and contemporary identity.
From inspiring young people and engaging People of Determination, senior citizens, to driving international scholarship, Zayed National Museum will stand as a dynamic platform for cultural exchange and shared understanding.
