Researchers
Whether you are looking to learn more about the world of art or discover the history and traditions of the Arab world, Qatar Museums has plenty of resources to help guide you in your research.
Libraries
Mathaf Library
The Mathaf Library, or Maktaba in Arabic, is a research library specialising in modern and contemporary Arab art from the region.
Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art
MIA Library
The MIA Library is home to more than 21,000 books on Islamic art, one of the largest collections in the region.
Museum of Islamic Art (MIA)
Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum Library
Our library offers a comprehensive catalogue of sports-related books and journals as well as exciting programmes and activities for sports fans and researchers.
Our Publications
A Written Cosmos: Arabic Calligraphy and Literature Throughout the Centuries
This book looks at the history of literature in Arab culture and the reasons why calligraphy was to become its most original form of visual arts.
Yousef Ahmad: Story of Ingenuity
Yousef Ahmad: Story of Ingenuity presents a selection of his most striking pieces, from his early career in the 70s to the present day.
Research and Resources
Collection Highlight: The Shahnameh
This 16th-century manuscript was commissioned by a Persian ruler, as a status symbol and political statement.
Museum of Islamic Art (MIA)
Cultural Heritage Management
We engage in archaeological fieldwork daily and are continuously excavating and conserving heritage structures across Qatar.
New Life for Old Qatar
In addition to our work on forts, palaces and towers, our team gives new life to old buildings and historic areas.
Museums and Galleries
Qatar Museums offers a sweeping array of arts and culture experiences, from traditional Islamic craft and historical objects to modern and contemporary art and the beauty of sport.
