Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood plays an important role in the history of Dubai mainly because of its strategic location on the Dubai Creek. Ships and merchants from all over the world for several centuries used it as a hub of commerce. It extends for 300m along the Creek and 200m inwards. While walking around the […]
Sikka Art and Design Festival will take place from the 24th of February until the 5th of March in Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood, transforming the space into an open art gallery. Festival will provide a platform that supports emerging creatives and allow them to embark on their journey to become professional artists. Festival is being […]
At the beginning of the year His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, has approved the “Rehabilitation and Revitalisation of Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood Strategy” and the “Public Art Strategy” that form part of a broader strategic framework to preserve local heritage […]
The mission of the Open Space is the creation of new opportunities for cultural communication between people and countries.
Open Space aims at cultural projects connected with art, music, literature, theatre, science; conferences, round tables, festivals, workshops, internships; training, support for young artists and scientists, publication of specialist literature, educational programs, lectures, exhibitions, award establishment, charity events.
