Participants during storytelling programme
Doha, Qatar: Qatar Museums (QM) has announced an extensive line-up of public programmes for May 2026, offering a wide-ranging calendar of workshops, talks and interactive sessions across its museums and creative hubs, aimed at engaging audiences of all ages.
According to the announcement, the month-long programme is designed to foster creativity, learning and cultural exchange, with activities spanning art, heritage, design and community engagement.
The Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) will host a series of calligraphy-focused workshops alongside family-oriented sessions. Among the highlights is the Nasta’liq Intermediate course for children and youth, scheduled on May 2, 9, 16 and 23, introducing participants to the structure and elegance of the classical script. Women can also take part in the Ruq’ah Intermediate workshop from May 3 to 6, which focuses on developing practical writing skills through one of the most widely used Arabic scripts.
For younger audiences, the Planet Kids Club: Space session on May 19 combines storytelling and craft activities, encouraging children to explore sustainability through creative reuse.
Meanwhile, the National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ) continues its focus on heritage preservation through hands-on cultural programmes. The Al Naqda Embroidery workshop, running from May 3 to 5, introduces participants to traditional embroidery techniques using silver threads, highlighting the cultural significance of this craft.
As part of its 50th anniversary activities, NMoQ will also host the Architecture in the Old Palace Forum on May 10, bringing together experts to discuss the historical and architectural value of the Old Palace in a bilingual setting.
At Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art, the programme emphasises artistic development and contemporary practice. Weekly Art Lessons with Ismail Azzam will provide participants with practical training in portrait techniques, while the Archiving Folds course, running from May 3 to 10, blends gallery-based learning with sculptural experimentation.
In addition, a panel discussion titled She Curates, held during International Museum Week on May 21, will explore curatorial practices and creative expression among young audiences.
M7 will spotlight fashion and design through a series of professional development sessions. The Designers Weekend on May 8 and 9 will feature mentorship and collaborative opportunities with industry professionals.
This will be followed by the Crafting and Communicating Fashion Narratives Masterclass from May 10 to 13, focusing on branding and storytelling within fashion. A Body Morphology Workshop on May 19 will also help participants refine personal styling techniques.
Liwan Design Studios and Labs will offer hands-on workshops exploring material experimentation and digital fabrication. Participants can create customised Eid gifts in the Design Your Own Eid Set session on May 12, while a five-day course from May 17 to 21 introduces 3D printing and laser cutting through the creation of a functional table lamp. Additional workshops include ceramic design sessions and an advanced anthotype printing workshop using natural pigments.
QM’s Archaeology Department will host public sessions at NMoQ, including an Object Handling Session on May 13, where visitors can examine artefacts and interact with experts. An Orientation Day on May 14 will present ongoing archaeological projects and research initiatives.
The 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum will round off the programme with family-friendly activities, including a Golden Medal Design Workshop on May 15 and storytelling sessions for children on May 29 and 31.
