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A digital gateway showcasing iconic artworks and cultural treasures from across its esteemed institutions
Doha, Qatar: Qatar Museums announced the launch of its new Online Collection platform, providing virtual access to over 1,000 curated masterpieces from across its world-renowned museums and collections. This digital initiative offers visitors the opportunity to explore iconic artworks, rare artefacts, and cultural treasures from Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art, the Museum of Islamic Art, the National Museum of Qatar, the 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum, and more.
The launch marks a major step forward in digital access, offering a seamless and immersive experience for anyone interested in exploring Qatar’s rich cultural legacy. With high-resolution images, detailed descriptions, and the stories behind each object, the platform invites users to discover and engage with masterpieces spanning centuries of creativity. Visitors can also explore the collection using a range of filters, diving deeper into the objects that interest them most, and enjoy new additions as the platform continues to grow and evolve.
Designed with accessibility in mind, the platform allows users to explore artworks at their own pace. Select objects are available in 3D, providing an immersive experience that brings the objects to life. The dedicated Stories section provides rich narratives, offering insight into the origin, meaning, and context of individual works, showcasing the depth and diversity of Qatar Museums’ collections.
The launch of the Online Collection forms part of Evolution Nation, an 18-month-long celebration of Qatar’s cultural journey over the past 50 years. Curated by Qatar Creates-the national movement positioning Qatar as a global hub for art, culture, and creativity-Evolution Nation highlights Qatar’s decades of cultural excellence and creative growth. As Qatar Museums celebrates its 20th anniversary, this launch also marks two decades of efforts to further enrich Qatar's cultural landscape, making it accessible to a global audience.
By placing its collection online, Qatar Museums reaffirms this commitment of cultural exchange, knowledge sharing, and innovation in the digital age. As the digital archive continues to grow, it will become an invaluable resource for anyone interested in art, history, and culture, while encouraging greater appreciation and understanding of Qatar's unique cultural heritage.
The Online Collection is now live, providing an exciting and educational journey through Qatar Museums' prestigious collections. Visitors are invited to explore the platform and experience the world of art and history.
