Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, inaugurated the Expo 2020 Dubai Museum at Expo City Dubai.
The opening coincided with International Museum Day, emphasizing the role of museums as educational hubs that spark curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking.
Her Highness highlighted that Expo 2020 Dubai showcases Dubai’s global leadership in innovation. The event celebrated the UAE’s rich traditions and heritage, introducing them to a global audience and inspiring future advancements.
Sheikha Latifa remarked, “Dubai, through the Expo 2020 Dubai Museum, continues its pivotal role in fostering a sustainable cultural movement. The museum documents our historic world exhibition, preserving memories for future generations.”
The Expo 2020 Dubai Museum joins a collection of cultural destinations at Expo City Dubai, enhancing the city’s status as a hub for culture, heritage, arts, and literature. It supports innovative projects that embody Dubai’s ambitious vision in line with its leadership’s aspirations.
After the inauguration, a private event at the museum explored themes of sustainability, technology, and culture. Thought leaders discussed how society can learn from the past while aiming for future progress.
The museum will open to the public on Saturday, May 18, marking International Museum Day. In 2025, Dubai will host the International Council of Museums (ICOM) General Conference, themed ‘The Future of Museums in Rapidly Changing Communities,’ further strengthening the UAE’s cultural leadership.
Last year, Expo City Dubai and Dubai Culture formed a partnership to boost the emirate’s arts and culture scene. This collaboration focuses on empowering creatives, highlighting Emirati heritage, and reinforcing the UAE’s global standing as a creative hub.
