Sheikh Sultan opens ‘Tales from the East’ exhibition
an hour ago Sultan Al Qasimi opens the exhibition of rare manuscripts and collections. WAM His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, Tuesday, opened ‘Tales from the East’ exhibition, which is organised by Sharjah Book Authority (SBA).
Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Muhammad Al Qasimi was briefed on the content of the exhibition which showcases early written material with an estimated total value of over Dhs60 million, including books and manuscripts, and a collection of rare artefacts, at its headquarters in Sharjah from 27th April to 3rd May, 2021.
The exhibition is worth over 60 million dirhams…
If you’re a fan of history, this is one exhibition you don’t want to miss. Organised by Sharjah Book Authority,
Tales from the East will be held at the authority’s headquarters in Sharjah from Wednesday, April 28 from 8pm until midnight.
The 10-day exhibition runs until May 7 and will feature early written materials including books and manuscripts, and a collection of rare artefacts. It is estimated to be worth over 60 million dirhams.
The exhibition will also feature a series of cultural sessions and panel discussions led by eminent historians and archaeology experts. They will discuss the role of manuscripts in unveiling the scientific and cultural achievements of humankind and address the importance of its preservation for future generations.
‘Tales from the East’ exhibition will be held from Wednesday to May 3 at SBA headquarters Published: April 26, 2021 17:46 Staff Report Photo of Description of Egypt manuscript. Rare written works and artefacts will be unveiled to the public at the ‘Tales from the East’ exhibition to be held at Sharjah Book Authority from April 28 to May 3. Image Credit:
Sharjah: Around Dh60 million worth of rare written works and artefacts will be unveiled to the public at the ‘Tales from the East’ exhibition to be held at Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) headquarters from Wednesday to May 3.
The collection includes early written material including books and manuscripts and a collection of rare artefacts. Open to the public from 8pm to midnight starting Wednesday, the exhibition will also feature a series of cultural sessions and panel discussions where history and archaeology experts will discuss the role of manuscr
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The exhibition will be held at the Sharjah Book Authority headquarters. Supplied photo
Sharjah Book Authority exhibition to showcase rare manuscripts till May 3
Ancient written materials, books and manuscripts, and rare artefacts, all worth Dh60 million, will be on exhibition in Sharjah from April 28-May 3.
The Sharjah Book Authority’s (SBA) ‘Tales from the East’ exhibition will showcase these priceless items at its headquarters.
Open to the public from 8pm to midnight, the exhibition will also feature a series of cultural sessions and panel discussions, with history and archaeology experts discussing the role of manuscripts in unveiling humankind’s scientific and cultural achievements, and the importance of their preservation for future generations.