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Visual Arts Center explores enduring legacy of gypsum ornamentation
Mohammed Saeed Al Bloushi of Qatar’s Ministry of Culture delivered a lecture on the vital role of gypsum ornamentation in traditional architecture and its reinterpretation…
Alarm over the sale of an artist’s studio
The Robert Rauschenberg Foundation has quietly listed the artist’s historic NoHo townhouse, which served as his home and studio for decades, for sale. The potential…
From ancient clay to living tradition: the enduring art of Iranian pottery
Pottery in Iran has evolved over thousands of years, from prehistoric clay vessels to intricately decorated ceramics produced during various historical empires and continuing into…
Vivienne Westwood’s Legacy of Punk and Political Dissent
Vivienne Westwood revolutionized British fashion by introducing punk style from a London subculture into mainstream culture during the 1970s, using provocative designs to express political…
What Swiss Adventurer Helen Keiser Saw in Oman in the 70s
Swiss adventurer Helen Keiser documented Oman through photography and writing during four visits between 1964 and 1979, capturing the country’s traditional social and cultural life…
Alexander McQueen’s Provocative Fashion Storytelling
Alexander McQueen revolutionized fashion shows by blending traditional tailoring with theatrical, provocative performances that explored complex themes like beauty, violence, and history. His innovative approach…
Indigenous History and Contemporary Art in Nashville
The Untitled Nashville Hotel is hosting an exhibition by Choctaw artist Benjy Russell from August to January, highlighting Indigenous experiences through science fiction-inspired artwork. This…
The solitary weavers of Japan’s Fukushima spin lustrous threads
Artisans in Showa village, Fukushima Prefecture, are sustaining the traditional Karamushi-ori textile craft by cultivating karamushi fibers and weaving them through a labor-intensive, seasonal process…
Herriot honoured with blue plaque
A blue plaque has been installed at James Alfred Wight's (pen name James Herriot) former home in Thirsk to honor his legacy as a veterinarian…
Fab Four’s top haunt gets new owners
Liverpool’s Cavern Club and the Magical Mystery Tour attraction have been sold to a new ownership group called 14 Collective after 35 years under the…
Where time leaves us
Contemporary artist Sharon Chin is presenting her solo exhibition Missing From The Scene at The Back Room gallery in Kuala Lumpur, exploring environmental and social…
Mary Beard suggests 'tweaks' to British Museum's handling of queues to see Bayeux tapestry
Mary Beard, a trustee of the British Museum, personally inspected long visitor queues for the Bayeux tapestry exhibition and recommended improvements to manage crowd flow…
An urgent call for peace
Chinese artist Ai Weiwei has installed "Mushrooms," a 40-meter outdoor display of 500 cast-iron combat helmets, outside Sydney's Museum of Contemporary Art, open to the…
British Museum rolls out Bayeux queue plan
The British Museum is extending opening hours and adding seating, clearer signage, and an audio guide to improve visitor access to the popular Bayeux Tapestry…
Italy's Mickey Mouse magazine helps young readers keep dialects alive
Italy’s Topolino comic magazine has been published in Sardinian, Ladin, and local dialects from L’Aquila and Ancona to reconnect children with regional languages. This initiative,…
Bayeux Tapestry Visitors Turned Away for Private Gala Event at British Museum
The British Museum closed early on Wednesday to hold a private Samsung gala event, causing visitors waiting to see the Bayeux Tapestry to be turned…
Nights at the museum please
A reader from Warrington has suggested that English museums introduce admission charges for evening visits to generate extra revenue and reduce daytime overcrowding. This proposal…
History, culture and friendship in one cup
Muhd Hariz Mohd Azhar, a student at the International Islamic University Malaysia, has spent five years studying and promoting Chinese tea culture, including participating in…
Sharjah Ruler awards cultural heritage winners
His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi presented awards to the winners of the sixth Sharjah International Award for Cultural Heritage at a…
China's Leading Architect Ma Yansong on Urban Escape
Architect Ma Yansong of MAD Architects unveiled the newly opened Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in Los Angeles, showcasing his nature-inspired, curvilinear design approach. This…
Bard’s birthplace hosts festival for book lovers
The Stratford Literary Festival will take place from October 29 to November 1 in Shakespeare’s hometown, featuring a wide range of authors, broadcasters, and public…
Museums to Remain Free for Overseas Tourists Despite Discussion of Charging
The UK government has decided to keep free admission to England’s national museums for all visitors, including overseas tourists, after reviewing proposals to charge international…
Not just a painter of pretty faces
London’s National Gallery is hosting "Renoir and Love," an exhibition that reexamines Pierre-Auguste Renoir’s early work by focusing on his subtle and varied portrayals of…
Cultural Club Launches 19 New Omani Publications for 2026
The Cultural Club in Oman announced 19 new book titles for 2026, selected from over 60 manuscripts submitted last year as part of its National…
Where heritage comes alive
Kuching, Malaysia, will host the 22nd Icomos General Assembly and Scientific Symposium in October 2026, marking the first time the event is held in Southeast…
A Journey into the Heart of Korea
The British Museum has launched a new exhibition showcasing Korea's cultural heritage, featuring historic artifacts and contemporary works from the late Samsung chairman Lee Kun-Hee's…
Korean Creativity Shaped by History and Modernity
Seoul’s ancient city walls and contemporary art scene showcase Korea’s evolving cultural identity, from Jeong Seon’s 18th-century landscapes to Yeesookyung’s modern sculptures challenging traditional values.…
Playing the long game: How South Korea supports its arts ecosystem
South Korea has significantly increased its investment in the arts sector, including expanded funding for youth cultural programs, grants for private galleries, and plans for…
Barbara Kingsolver Reflects on Appalachia and Opioid Crisis
Pulitzer Prize-winning author Barbara Kingsolver has discussed her ongoing connection to Appalachia and the opioid crisis while preparing to release her new novel *Partita*, which…
Participation in Amman Book Fair strengthens co-operation: ministry
Qatar is participating in the 25th Amman International Book Fair to promote its publishing industry and showcase national intellectual contributions. This involvement enhances regional cultural…