Madinah — July 15, 2025

In a visual journey brimming with authenticity and identity, the "Arts That Tell Stories" exhibition is being held in Madinah region as one of the initiatives of the "Year of Handicrafts 2025," launched by the Ministry of Culture. The exhibition brings together a collection of handicrafts and artworks inspired by the local environment and heritage.

Exhibition Highlights

Palm-frond baskets, incense burners and ornaments: Reflecting the deep-rooted relationship between people and the palm tree in Madinah.

Artistic woodwork: Such as decorated boxes and vases combining heritage designs with contemporary innovation.

Colorful pottery pieces: Inspired by the colors and terrain of Madinah, with appealing folk touches.

Exhibition Goals

  • Empowering Saudi craftspeople to showcase their work in an interactive space
  • Supporting the sustainability of traditional crafts and passing them on to future generations
  • Reinforcing national identity through visual storytelling inspired by heritage
  • Encouraging the new generation to connect with their cultural roots

Hani Saqati, head of the relations and media committee at the Society for Culture and Arts in Madinah, said: "The exhibition represents an interactive cultural platform that boosts the presence of handicrafts and showcases the richness of Saudi identity through arts that tell stories pulsing from the depths of history."