Doha, December 09 (QNA) - Qatar Museums (QM) today announced a landmark partnership with the Qatar-based Dukhan Bank to support the development of two vital future cultural institutions: Dadu, Children's Museum of Qatar, and the Dukhan Bank Qatar Numismatic Center. 

Dukhan Bank's support for Qatar Museums will help Dadu, Children's Museum of Qatar realize its mission as a pioneering institution dedicated to holistic childhood development, nurturing curiosity, creativity, and compassion through open-ended play, exploration, and experimentation.

Additionally, an independent future institution that will house QM's world-renowned collection of historic Islamic currency, will be named the Dukhan Bank Qatar Numismatic Center in honor of the firm's generosity.

The official signing ceremony took place on Tuesday at the National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ) in the presence of HE Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, Chairperson of Qatar Museums, and HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Jassim Al-Thani, Executive Board Member & Managing Director of Dukhan Bank. 

HE Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Chairperson of Qatar Museums, said, "We are immensely proud to welcome Dukhan Bank as a major partner of Qatar Museums, collaborating with us to realise the goals set forth in the Qatar National Vision 2030. In joining with us to build these two new institutions, which will serve children and their families, researchers and scholars and those interested in the history of currency. Dukhan Bank is helping to nurture a thriving cultural ecosystem that advances Qatar's human, social, and economic development. We are grateful for Dukhan Bank's far-sighted investment in the preservation of our history and the future of our children."

HE Sheikh Mohammed Bin Hamad Bin Jassim Al-Thani, Executive Board Member & Managing Director of Dukhan Bank, said, "Dukhan Bank is honored to formalize this strategic partnership with Qatar Museums in support of two national institutions that will play a vital role in preserving and sharing Qatar's cultural narrative.

Our contribution, as a leading financial institution dedicated to empowering communities and supporting sustainable national development, reflects a commitment to strengthening the country's cultural foundations, fostering public engagement, and ensuring that the stories defining our heritage are preserved for future generations. This partnership underscores Dukhan Bank's keenness to support Qatar Museums' mission to inspire learning, creativity, and cultural pride across the nation and beyond".

Dr. Mohammed bin Saleh Al Sada, President of the Dadu Advisory Committee, said, "On behalf of the future Dadu, Children's Museum of Qatar, I extend my deepest gratitude to Duhkan Bank for joining us as a member of the institution's Founding Family. This partnership demonstrates how crucial the private sector is to the future success of Qatar and its people and acknowledges Dadu as a truly world-class institution that will inspire generations of children to come."

Ahmed I. Hashem, Acting Group CEO of Dukhan Bank, said, "Our collaboration with Qatar Museums marks the beginning of a meaningful new chapter for Dukhan Bank. By extending our support to the dedicated team of this esteemed cultural organization, as well as to Dadu and the Dukhan Bank Qatar Numismatic Center, we are proud to contribute to initiatives that broaden access to knowledge, spark curiosity, and deepen appreciation for our shared heritage. This milestone reflects not only our institutional commitment, but also our belief in empowering those who work tirelessly to preserve and advance Qatar's cultural and educational landscape. We look forward to seeing these two institutions grow and enrich the community in the years ahead."

Sheikha Amna bint Abdulaziz Al Thani, Acting Deputy CEO of Museums, Collections and Heritage Protection of Qatar Museums, said, "The future Dukhan Bank Qatar Numismatic Center will be a vital independent home for Qatar Museums' collection of more than 90,000 coins, glass disks, and engraved gems, which are a major resource for scholars interested in the long and distinguished history of Islamic currency. For the public, the Center will serve as a place to discover unique aspects of Islamic global heritage, fulfilling Qatar Museums' goal of sharing international cultures with audiences in Qatar."

Talal Ahmed Al Khaja, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer of Dukhan Bank, said, "Through this partnership, we are proud to support a project that goes beyond preserving history, it creates a living space for cultural engagement and community connection. Dadu and the Dukhan Bank Qatar Numismatic Center will offer enriching experiences that bring families, students, and visitors closer to Qatar's cultural story in meaningful and engaging ways. Tying up with Qatar Museums reflects our commitment to corporate social responsibility by investing in opportunities that enrich the cultural life of Qatar and make heritage accessible and engaging for everyone". 

This year Qatar Museums celebrates Evolution Nation, an 18-month campaign honoring Qatar's cultural journey over the past 50 years, since the founding of the National Museum of Qatar. Curated by Qatar Creates, the national movement positioning Qatar as a global hub for art, culture, and creativity, Evolution Nation highlights both the nation's cultural milestones and its aspirations for the future. (QNA)