"Reading the Text 22" Forum Discusses Transformations in Saudi Literature and the Impact of Digital Change on Creativity
Day two of the 22nd forum in Jeddah examined the local adaptation of haiku, place in Saudi literature, the evolving image of…
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Red Sea Museum Deepens Community Ties to Heritage Through a Rich Cultural Programme
Workshops, talks, performances and family activities in Historic Jeddah explored traditional architecture, historic photography, navigation, travel literature and the history of public…
King Abdulaziz University Launches International Symposium on the "Courage of Arabic"
Under the patronage of Prince Khalid Al-Faisal, King Abdulaziz University opened an international symposium on the "Courage of Arabic," bringing together prominent…
Used Bookstores in Jeddah — Cultural Treasures Giving Books a Second Life and Inspiring Readers
A growing number of second-hand bookstores across Jeddah's neighbourhoods are becoming go-to spots for book lovers, offering rare finds — including a…
Museums Commission and Paris Philharmonie Launch Joint Executive Program to Boost Cultural Exchange in Music and Museums
The Saudi Museums Commission signed an executive program with the Paris Philharmonie covering instrument loans, traveling exhibitions and training programs at Jeddah's…
Historic Jeddah Program Marks World Heritage Day 2025 With an Interactive Experience Telling Stories From the Heart of History
The Ministry of Culture's Historic Jeddah Program joined Heritage Commission celebrations in Riyadh with a 360-degree digital experience and QR-enabled displays exploring…
Heritage Commission Launches World Heritage Day 2025 Events With an Innovative Format Reflecting the Kingdom's Identity
Running April 16-21 at Riyadh's Leisen Valley complex, the Heritage Commission's World Heritage Day program spotlights the Kingdom's eight World Heritage sites…
General Entertainment Authority Launches "Your Passport to the World" in Khobar and Jeddah
The General Entertainment Authority is launching "Your Passport to the World" in Khobar and Jeddah, celebrating the cultures of expatriate communities from…
"Text Reading Forum 21" Recommends Establishing a National Center to Document Saudi Oral Heritage
Jeddah's 21st Text Reading Forum closed by honoring writer Mohammed Al-Qash'ami and recommending a national center to document Saudi Arabia's oral heritage,…
Jeddah's 'Reading the Text' Forum Marks 21st Edition Discussing the Evolution of Saudi Literature Between Orality and Writing
Organized by Jeddah Literary and Cultural Club from February 4-6, the forum honors historian Mohammed Abdulrazzaq Al-Qashami and features 20 research papers…
Jeddah Arts Society Launches 'Jeddah Forum for Critical Studies' to Boost Cultural Dialogue
The Saudi Arabian Society for Culture and Arts in Jeddah launched a monthly critical studies forum, opening with a paper on 'Women…
Poetry Evening in Jeddah Closes "Year of the Camel" Events With a Blend of Heritage and Art
A poetry evening in Jeddah closed out "Year of the Camel" events, with eight poets celebrating the camel's cultural legacy alongside a…
King Abdulaziz University Launches New Edition of "University Poet" Contest
King Abdulaziz University has relaunched its "University Poet" contest at Jeddah Book Fair, inviting students to compete in classical Arabic verse of…
Nabati Poetry Evening at Jeddah Book Fair: Creativity That Touches the Heart
An evening of patriotic, romantic and pride-themed Nabati verse at Jeddah Book Fair's Book Theater drew a large crowd, celebrating the popular…
Experts at Jeddah Book Fair: Gulf Novels Lead the Arab Literary Scene with Fresh Voices
A Jeddah Book Fair seminar on the transformations of the Arabic novel found that Gulf fiction, barely visible three decades ago, now…
"The Art of Book Design" Calls for a Return to Paper Reading at Jeddah Book Fair
A workshop at the Jeddah Book Fair recommended returning to traditional paper reading, with speaker Kamel Hawa citing the destruction of Baghdad's…
"Music, Stylistically": Naseer Shamma Explores How Environment Shapes Musical Identity at Jeddah Book Fair
World-renowned oud player Naseer Shamma discussed the link between environment and musical identity at the Jeddah Book Fair, revealing plans for the…
Jeddah Book Fair Explores the City's Culinary History and Port Culture
A panel at the Jeddah Book Fair titled "Cooking, a History of Ports: Jeddah as a Model" traced how centuries of maritime…