Qatar Museums announces permanent changes to operational hours

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Museums (QM) has announced permanent changes to the opening hours of its key cultural institutions, including extended opening hour...

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Museums (QM) has announced permanent changes to the opening hours of its key cultural institutions, including extended opening hours every Thursday, and a one day closure per week. The changes aim to enhance public access, promote evening programming, and ensure the optimal care and maintenance of the collections.

The museums that will implement these new changes, effective from July 1, 2024, are the National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ), the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA), 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum (QOSM), and Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art.

The new changes to the opening hours will allow more opportunities for citizens, residents, and visitors to explore Qatar Museums’ diverse arts and cultural offering, including permanent collections, temporary exhibitions, and public programming.

In addition to the extended hours, a one-day closure per week will be implemented to conduct essential maintenance work, staff training, and the installation of new exhibits, ensuring that the highest standards are maintained without disrupting the visitor experience. These rest days are crucial for preserving the quality and integrity of our collections and for preparing new, engaging experiences for the public.

QM’s usual holiday closures will remain unchanged, and all relevant institutions will be closed to the public on two days each year-the first day of Eid Al Fitr and the first day of Eid Al Adha-allowing staff to celebrate these important holidays with their families.