Doha, August 31 (QNA) - Qatar Museums (QM) has released its September 2026 public program, featuring workshops, talks, storytelling sessions, creative courses and family activities taking place throughout the month across its museums and creative hubs.

Activities span art, design, photography, calligraphy, heritage, literature and creative learning, extending to children, young people, adults, families and educators. Highlights include Arabic calligraphy courses, drawing and painting workshops, design and fabrication sessions, family activities, artist talks and program shaped around Qatar’s cultural and creative landscape.

As part of Qatar Museums' Fall/Winter season, Qatar Creates Talks continues its September program through collaborations with Fire Station, Tasweer Photo Festival Qatar, Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art, Lusail Museum, Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts in Qatar (VCUarts Qatar), and Georgetown University in Qatar creating opportunities for audiences to engage with artists, cultural practitioners and ideas shaping contemporary creative practice in Qatar.

Sep.1, at Fire Station Auditorium: A panel examining how creative development programs shape cultural practice in Qatar, with Dr Elina Sairanen, Marrackech Elizabeth Arbuckle and Maryam Al-Homaid, moderated by Rose Lejeune.

Sep. 6, Al Hosh Gallery: The exhibition tour and discussion will look at the importance of photography education and how photographic practice engages with personal experiences, cultural narratives and contemporary issues.

Sep. 8, Makan Auditorium, Mathaf: The first September lecture in the Fanoon Artist Talks series introduces audiences to Rayyane Tabet’s research-led artistic practice as part of a program focused on architecture, infrastructure and contemporary art. 

Sep. 29, Makan Auditorium, Mathaf: The lecture features Bahar Noorizadeh as part of the ongoing public series and university seminar led by Tirdad Zolghadr, Curator of Academic Outreach at Mathaf.

Sep. 28, Georgetown University in Qatar: A conversation on late 19th-century Egyptian musical traditions preserved through early 20th-century recordings and revived by Oxford Maqam.

Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art's September program focuses on artistic practice, drawing, calligraphy, storytelling and creative exchange, with sessions supporting the development of practical skills and new approaches to art-making.

Sep. 2, Art Lessons with Ismail Azzam (Adults 18+). A live-model drawing workshop focused on movement, gesture, balance and form. Every Sunday and Tuesday, participants will develop portraiture techniques using pencil, charcoal and paint, with sessions on artistic practice, discussion and shared learning.

Sep 7-10 Essa Fakhroo Calligraphy (Ages 15+): A step-by-step introduction to Arabic calligraphy, progressing from tools and foundational strokes to Diwani letters, words, phrases and a simple composition.

Sep. 12, Realms of Rhythm (Adults 18+). A creative session connecting sound, movement and visual art through rhythmic activities inspired by artists and artistic styles.

Sep. 12, Unedited (Adults 18+). A creative session connecting sound, movement and visual art through rhythmic activities inspired by artists and artistic styles.

M7's September activity connects audiences with regional design, fashion, craftsmanship and creative enterprise, the 15th Arabian Women Exhibition. Until Sep. 5, M7 participates in the 15th edition of the Arabian Women Exhibition with a curated selection of regional creative talent highlighting contemporary design, traditional craftsmanship and modern enterprise.

  The Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) presents a September programme spanning calligraphy, art, science, literature and family learning, with activities for children, teenagers and adults, Story Time: Al Khawarizmi. Sep. 5, a storytelling session introducing young audiences to Al Khawarizmi. Sep. 6-9, participants will engage in the various designs and writings of Iranian-founded Nasta'liq script. Sep. 12, Family Day: Junior Curator, a family activity inviting younger visitors to experience the museum from the perspective of a junior curator.

Sep. 12, a family activity inviting younger visitors to experience the museum from the perspective of a junior curator. No registration required. Book Club: Tombs of Paradise: The Shah-e Zende in Samarkand and Architectural Ceramics of Central Asia

Sep. 28, a discussion centerd on Jean Soustiel's publication on the Shah-e Zende and the architectural ceramics of Central Asia.

Liwan Design Studios and Labs invites participants to work across digital fabrication, ceramics, miniature painting and alternative photography techniques through a series of practical creative workshops. Trace Through Pattern, Sep. 6-7, a two-day introduction to laser cutting and digital fabrication in which participants use Adobe Illustrator to develop layered acrylic coaster designs inspired by memories, objects, patterns and architectural details from Doha.

Scratched Surfaces. Sep. 9, participants will learn porcelain scratching techniques, from applying paint and developing patterns to etching and refining their final pieces. Traditional Miniature Painting: A Qatari Perspective, Sep. 10-11, a workshop drawing on 20th-century Qatari folklore and social histories to create detailed miniature paintings that reinterpret stories passed through generations. Silver Soups - Alternative Image-Making, Sep. 15-16, participants will be introduced to the experimental film-development technique known as 'film soup,' using different ingredients to alter negatives and produce controlled abstract effects.

Qatar Auto Museum's September program supports educators in using automotive history and technology as a tool for classroom learning. Teacher Training Workshop Sep. 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28 and 30. Designed for teachers, the sessions include guided walkthroughs of the Qatar Auto Museum sneak peek exhibition followed by practical training on incorporating exhibition content into classroom lessons and encouraging critical thinking and problem-solving.

The National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ) continues to highlight the nation's heritage through programs that connect audiences with traditional practices, personal histories and creative learning. Perfume Making Workshop - Mahara Program (Women 18+). Sep. 14-16, participants will create their own perfume blend using locally inspired fragrances while learning about the cultural significance of traditional scents and perfumes in Qatar.

The Experiment Program - Stage C (Teen Hub) Sep. 26 September. The third stage of Teen Hub's year-long program gives young participants new challenges and opportunities to develop leadership, creativity, initiative, teamwork and decision-making skills.

Bookbinding Workshop - Ehsaan Program, Sep. 27-30. Participants from the Ehsaan Center will create a hand-bound notebook designed as a personal space for recording memories, heritage and experiences.  

The 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum presents a series of storytelling sessions for family and children, using books to introduce younger audiences to sport in an accessible and engaging way. Storytelling: One, Two, Follow Through Sep. 25, a storytelling session featuring Mary Jacobs' One, Two, Follow Through, ages 6-10 at QOSM Library, 7th Floor Storytelling: Giraffes Don't Golf, Sep. 27, a storytelling session featuring Ashley Kus' Giraffes Don't Golf, ages 2-5. (QNA)