The Sharjah Museums Department (SMD) was established in 2006 by His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the UAE Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, as an independent government entity that aims to provide highest standard of museums to Sharjah’s residents and visitors, by offering a range of facilities, organizing specialized exhibitions, and launching educational programmes, in addition to publishing research and reaching all social groups. SMD manages more than 17 sites in the emirate, covering most types of art, Islamic culture, archaeology, heritage, sciences, aquaculture and the history of the emirate of Sharjah and the region. SMD aims to provide the highest standards of museum services through its museums, galleries, educational and research programmes, social communication programs for Sharjah’s residents and visitors from the region. The vision of the department is to improve understanding, appreciation and respect for Sharjah’s identity and the value of its cultural and natural heritage locally and internationally.
Website: www.sharjahmuseums.ae
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