Doha, June 18 (QNA) - Qatar Museums (QM) on Thursday announced a wide-ranging fall 2026 program of exhibitions, public art presentations, and initiatives designed to spark global cultural exchange and dialogue.

Featuring openings from September through November, the season includes dozens of exhibitions, including a retrospective survey of the Baghdad Modern Art Group; a presentation of works by renowned Italian contemporary artist Giuseppe Penone; and the Doha debut of "My Home Is Your Home," an exhibition focused on Arab hospitality that premiered at the 19th International Architecture Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia.

HE Chairperson of Qatar Museums Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani said, "This new season is a celebration of resilience and creativity across our region and around the globe, showcasing an abundance of artistic and design achievements from centuries past through today. Over the course of three months, we will open more than fifteen standalone exhibitions, present the second edition of Design Doha, and inaugurate our next ambitious undertaking, an international contemporary art quadrennial, Rubaiya Qatar. Each milestone is a testament to the human spirit and a powerful reminder that in times of conflict, it is more important than ever for people to come together through the power of culture."

Anchors of the fall season are the second edition of the Design Doha biennial, opening on 6 November, and Rubaiya Qatar, opening on 21 November. This edition of Design Doha brings together participants from across the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia for a total of more than 20 related exhibitions led by Arab Design Now 2026, which will feature 81 designers, 78 new commissions, and 15 films.

The inaugural edition of Rubaiya Qatar, QM's contemporary art quadrennial, will present a dynamic program of exhibitions, commissions, public art projects, residencies, publications, and more. Its headline exhibition, Unruly Waters, features more than 50 artists from the SWANA region and more than 20 new commissions engaging with the urgent issues of ecological transformation and geopolitical change.

Qatar Museums' Fall 2026 Exhibitions, Programs, and Initiatives

Uzbekistan: Heritage in Motion (3 September 2026–28 November 2026, Museum of Islamic Art) explores Uzbekistan's Islamic history through architecture, manuscripts, ceramics, jewellery, textiles, and dress, highlighting cultural continuity from early Islamic history to modern expressions in collaboration with the Uzbekistan Art and Culture Development Foundation.

Ektashif Uzbekistan (3 September 2026–28 November 2026, Museum of Islamic Art) presents the outcomes of an educational art journey for Qatari artists through Tashkent, Samarkand, and Bukhara, showcasing new works inspired by Uzbekistan's Islamic cultural heritage.

Frame and Focus (5 September 2026–5 October 2026, Al Hosh Gallery) features 13 photographers from VII Foundation programs in collaboration with Qatar Museums' Tasweer Photo Festival, exploring identity, memory, belonging, faith, heritage, and contemporary life.

What Lingers in the Artist's Mind: The Experiments and Legacies of the Baghdad Modern Art Group (25 October 2026–6 February 2027, Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art) examines the legacy of the Baghdad Modern Art Group, founded in 1951 by Jewad Selim and Shakir Hassan Al Said, through artworks and archival material reflecting cultural exchange across West Asia, North Africa, and Europe.

My Home Is Your Home (26 October 2026–29 May 2027, Fahad Bin Ali Palace) explores Arab hospitality and architectural exchange, featuring works by architect Ibrahim Jaidah and other practitioners.

Wooden Doors of Qatar: From Storage to Story (26 October 2026–29 May 2027, Fahad Bin Ali Palace) presents around 60 historic wooden architectural elements from the National Museum of Qatar collection.

Atharna 2026: Life and Death in Pre-Islamic Qatar (26 October 2026–29 May 2027, Fahad Bin Ali Palace) highlights archaeological discoveries from Neolithic and pre-Islamic burial sites.

Boats Floating Afar: The Maritime Trade in Ancient Chinese Ceramics (26 October 2026–31 January 2027, National Museum of Qatar) presents over 120 objects tracing ancient maritime trade across the Silk Road between China, the Arabian Gulf, Africa, and Europe.

Giuseppe Penone: The Inner Flow of Life (26 October 2026–13 February 2027, National Museum of Qatar) features immersive installations and sculptures spanning 1969 to the present by Italian artist Giuseppe Penone.

ERDEM: About Time, About Her (27 October 2026–26 December 2026, M7) marks the 20th anniversary of ERDEM, tracing the evolution of the fashion house founded by Erdem Moralıoglu.

Expanded Tradition. Contemporary Craft Practices in Mexico (27 October 2026–26 December 2026, M7) highlights young Mexican artisans reinterpreting traditional craft practices.

Around the World in Jewellery (27 October 2026–26 December 2026, M7) presents over 500 jewellery pieces from global collections, showcasing cultural identity and craftsmanship.

Tasweer Residency: As the Image Unfolds, The Language of Athar (31 October 2026–15 December 2026, Tasweer Studios, Bayt Al Wakrah) supports emerging image-makers through mentorship and artistic development.

Design Doha 2026 (6 November 2026–31 January 2027) expands the biennial with over 20 exhibitions, including Arab Design Now 2026 featuring 81 designers, 78 new commissions, and 15 films across disciplines and regions.

Artists Intensive Study program 1st Edition Exhibition (6 November 2026, Fire Station) concludes a nine-month program curated by Wael Shawky, featuring 23 selected artists.

Rubaiya Qatar (21 November 2026–30 April 2027) launches as a national contemporary art quadrennial, with its main exhibition Unruly Waters presenting over 50 artists and 20+ commissions across major venues, alongside public programs, residencies, and performances. (QNA)