The Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) will present the programme “Exploring the Influence of Water” from 11 – 13 July, inviting children aged 8 – 12 to embark on a unique and fun exploration of personal wellbeing. The programme will include various artistic workshops and library sessions, revolving around the importance and influence of water. Children will leave with an improved understanding of overall health and wellness, particularly the pivotal role that water plays in nurturing their well-being. The cost of the three-day programme is 150 QAR (inclusive of a lunch box). The programme is taught in English and Arabic.Spaces are limited to 20. For inquiries, please contact whatsonatmia@qm.org.qa.
Qatar Olympic & Sports Museum (QOSM) will kick off their summer programme on 16-17 July from 9AM to 1PM. The programme, which focuses on the theme of the Olympics and Mental Health, offers children an exciting opportunity to engage in diverse physical activities, which allow them to discover their personal capabilities, develop essential skills to make informed, healthy choices, enhance emotional awareness, and nurture their well-being. The programme will begin with a guided tour of the museum’s extensive collection, offering participants the opportunity to learn about the history of sports, the Olympic Games, and iconic world-renowned athletes, followed by activities such as the Golden Medal Hunt, fun and fitness in collaboration with the Hockey Federation, and engaging games that promote physical and mental health. The cost of the two-day programme is 100 QAR (inclusive of a lunch box). The programme is taught in English and Arabic and is aimed at children aged 8 – 12. Spaces are limited to 20. For inquiries, please contact QOSMEducation@qm.org.qa or call 44525192.
The National Museum of Qatar (NMOQ) will host its summer programme “Painting your Thoughts” on 18 July from 9AM to 1PM, welcoming children aged 8 – 12 to learn about well-being and self-expression through art. By delving into their emotions, participants will have the opportunity to express themselves and experience the therapeutic benefits of engaging in creative activities. The programme will kick off with a tour of the museum's temporary exhibitions, allowing participants to explore the power of art as a means of communication, followed by a group discussion about the different meanings of Arabic words, such as "Yes," "No," "Thank you," and "Inshalla." Later, children will engage in creating mixed media artworks representing themselves and their surroundings using art to express their emotions. To inspire their creative process, students will also visit temporary exhibitions featuring the works of Olafur Eliasson, providing them with ideas on how to express themselves through art. The programme is taught in English and Arabic. The cost for the programme is 50 QAR (inclusive of a lunch box). Spaces are limited to 20. For inquiries, please email schoolsnmoq@qm.org.qa or call 44525593.
Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art invites children aged 8 – 12 to its Bookmaking and Mixed Media Workshop, running on 19 – 20 July from 9AM to 1PM. This programme invites participating children to explore different art mediums, drawing on existing exhibitions to learn about different concepts and practices used in modern and contemporary art. The programme includes a mixed media workshop, inspired by Huguette Caland and a book making workshop influenced by the work of Etel Adnan, both unique activities which explore themes related to the artwork in Mathaf’s permanent and temporary collections, and which encourage children to express their feelings and emotions. The cost of the two-day programme is 100 QAR (inclusive of a lunch box). The programme is conducted in Arabic. Spaces are limited to 20. For inquiries, please contact mathaf_education@qm.org.qa or call 44224657.
Dadu, Children’s Museum of Qatar presents a week-long summer programme from 23 – 27 July, hosted at QOSM, centring around health, wellness, and the environment. The programme, titled Dadu planet Camp: Explore Health, Wellness, and the Environment, invites participants between the ages of 8 - 11 to engage in various activities each day, and solve mini challenges which teach the value of the environment and explore different elements of physical wellbeing, such as healthy eating. Activities will include space station and rocket making on day one, building survival suits and claiming planets on day two, creating new settlements on day three, observing and painting wildlife on day four, and then showcasing their achievements in an exhibition on day five. Through these activities, children will develop confidence, motivation, leadership skills, and learn about physical well-being and environmental conservation. The cost for the whole week is 650 QAR, inclusive of lunchboxes. Spaces are limited to 25. The programme will be conducted in English. For inquiries, please email Talktodadu@qm.org.qa.
The AI Digital Centre, located at NMOQ, will offer an innovative summer programme “Coding Your Wellbeing with the AI Digital Centre” from 30 July – 3 August. Participants will be introduced to ideas of wellbeing and expression of emotions through the virtual world and will have the chance to utilise micro bit to create apps which support with emotional wellbeing. Other activities on the programme include sessions on breathing exercises for reflection, Kahoot, creating SharePoint spaces, and Minecraft, as well as a themed tour. The programme aims to introduce children to emotional welfare, encourage the expression of emotions, and foster coding skills to support their well-being. The programme is free, however spaces are limited to 20 per day. The programme is conducted in Arabic and English. For inquiries, please email nmoqdigitalcenter@qm.org.qa.
These unique summer programmes provide a fantastic opportunity for children to engage in enriching activities while nurturing their knowledge, creativity, and well-being.
As part of QM's continuous commitment to supporting informal learning, the summer programmes exemplify QM's belief in the transformative power of education and museums as catalysts for learning and creativity. Through collaborations with academic institutions, schools, and organisations, QM provides lifelong learning opportunities, fosters cultural awareness, and has successfully engaged over 75,000 individuals through workshops, lectures, and school visits in the past five years.
Spaces are limited, so interested parents are encouraged to register early to secure a spot for their children.
For further details and registration, please visit the Qatar Museums website at www.qm.org.qa.
To explore QM’s full arts and cultural offering, and to see what’s on, visit: https://qm.org.qa/en/.