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Exhibition
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“Dagger Craftsmanship in the UAE-A Craft of Authenticity and Creativity" exhibition

Location : Sharjah ‎Heritage ‎‎Museum Date:22 November 2022 - 24 May 2023
Dagger craftsmanship is a craft practiced by many families in the United Arab Emirates. The daggers are distinguished with unique shapes and designs to suit the Emirati taste.

The exhibition celebrates a famous smith from the family of Rashed Al Naabi, known for inheriting this authentic craft in country, generation after generation, and contributing to preserving this craft to this day.
The exhibition tells the story of dagger making and introduces the tools used and developments of daggers after the formation of the union. 

PLAN YOUR VISIT TO THE MUSEUM

Location :
The museum is located opposite to Al-Arsah souq, next to Bait Al Naboodah and the Theatrical Association in the Heart of Sharjah.
Opening Hours :
Saturday to Thursday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Opening Hours in Ramadan:
Saturday to Thursday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Friday: Closed

 
Entry Fees to the museum
Children (under 2 years): Free
Children (2-12years): 5.00AED
Adults (13+ years): 10.00AED
Government school trips: Free
Private school trips: Free

Government University trip: Free 
Private University trip: Free

Senior (60+) + one companion: Free
People with Disabilities: Free

Heritage Ticket Fees: A “Joint Ticket” to Al Eslah School Museum, Sharjah Heritage Museum, Sharjah Calligraphy Museum, Sharjah Fort “ Al Hisn”, Bait Al Naboodah:

Children (under 2 years): Free
Children (2-12years): 10.00AED
Adults (13+ years): 20.00AED
The museum entry is free during the following days:
  • Sharjah Heritage Days.
  • International Museum Day on 18th of May.
  • Martyr's Day on 1st of December.
  • UAE National Day on 2nd of December. 

The museum is closed during the following days:
  • 29th & 30th of Ramadan (Islamic calendar).
  • First day of Eid Al-Fitr (Islamic calendar).
  • 9th of Dhul Hijjah (Islamic calendar).
  • First day of Eid Al Adha (Islamic calendar).
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