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HoW explores collaboration with Egypt's cultural institutions

February 04, 2025 / 7:32 PM
HoW explores collaboration with Egypt's cultural institutions
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Sharjah 24: A delegation from House of Wisdom (HoW) in Sharjah, led by Executive Director Marwa Al Aqroubi, visited Egypt’s Bibliotheca Alexandrina to strengthen cultural and intellectual ties between the two institutions. The delegation was welcomed by Dina Youssef, Head of the Library Sector, who praised the contributions of UAE cultural institutions in advancing knowledge and heritage.

Exploring partnerships at the 56th Cairo International Book Fair

The visit took place alongside HoW’s participation in the 56th Cairo International Book Fair, emphasising its commitment to expanding partnerships with cultural and knowledge-driven organisations in Egypt and beyond. HoW continues to reinforce Sharjah and the UAE’s commitment to pioneering innovative library spaces.

Touring Bibliotheca Alexandrina’s cultural halls and museums

During their tour, the HoW delegation explored various sections and museums, including the Antiquities Museum, the ‘In the Afterlife’ hall showcasing mummies and sarcophagi, and the Culturama Shows, an immersive digital experience of Egypt’s history. They also visited the Children’s and Young People’s Libraries, promoting reading among younger generations.

Rare books library and cultural heritage

A highlight of the visit was the Rare Books Library, which houses early Arabic printed works from the 19th century. The delegation also explored Ahmed Pasha Kamal’s Dictionary, a 22-volume hieroglyphic-Arabic-French lexicon, recently honored with the ICCROM-Sharjah Award for preserving cultural heritage.

Strengthening future collaborations

Discussions between HoW and Bibliotheca Alexandrina centered around collaborative exhibitions, knowledge sharing, and preserving cultural heritage for future generations. The HoW delegation also visited the Grand Egyptian Museum, exploring future cooperation and exhibitions, as well as Al-Ahram newspaper to discuss digitizing archival materials for HoW members.

February 04, 2025 / 7:32 PM

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