Museum of Islamic Art, Doha
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The Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) is a museum on one end of the seven-kilometer-long (4.3 mi) Corniche in Doha, Qatar. As per the architect I. M. Pei's specifications, the museum is built on an island off an artificial projecting peninsula near the traditional dhow harbor. A purpose-built park surrounds the edifice on the eastern and southern facades while two bridges connect the southern front facade of the property with the main peninsula that holds the park.[1] The western and northern facades are marked by the harbor showcasing the Qatari seafaring past. In September 2017, Qatar Museums appointed Julia Gonnella as new director of MIA.[2] In November 2022 the MIA became the first carbon-neutral certified museum in the Middle East Region.[3][4] The museum participates in the Expo 2023 Doha from October 2023 until March 2024, with workshops and events focusing on biodiversity and sustainability.[5]
متحف الفن الإسلامي | |
Established | 22 November 2008 (2008-11-22) |
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Location | Doha, Qatar |
Coordinates | 25°17′42.06732″N 51°32′21.35562″E |
Type | Art Museum |
Director | Julia Gonnella |
Owner | Qatar Museums |
Website | mia.org.qa/en |