Past Events

Join us for a Qatar National Library webinar dedicated to exploring the importance of open repositories across the Middle East and North Africa. 

Qatar National Library is pleased to host Qatari artist Haifa Al Khuzai for a specialized workshop. The session begins with a brief introduction to the role of art in preserving cultural heritage for future generations, followed by a hands-on sculpting session using air-dry clay. Participants will explore various techniques and tools to create artistic pieces that reflect heritage and identity with a contemporary flair, set within an atmosphere that blends creativity, craftsmanship, and an appreciation for traditional arts.

Join us for a special session with architect Fatma Ibrahim Al-Sahlawi, founder of Atlas Bookstore, as she shares her unique and innovative perspective on Qatari architecture.

Celebrate Qatar National Day at Qatar National Library with vibrant outdoor festivities designed especially for families and children. This event seamlessly blends heritage, creativity, and fun featuring cultural tents and interactive workshops. Visitors can immerse themselves in traditional Qatari customs, enjoy engaging storytelling sessions, and participate in hands-on activities that honor Qatar’s rich culture and identity.

Are you ready to take your academic and career aspirations to the next level? Our mentorship program features some of the brightest minds and leaders from Education City and its distinguished alumni network, and other institutions in Qatar.

Qatar National Library, as the IFLA MENA Regional Office, invites you to the "Librarians for Libraries" program, which aims to develop librarianship skills in the MENA region through virtual sessions covering a variety of topics.. 

Spend a joyful, activity-packed time reading, playing, and exploring the Arabic alphabet with your little ones. Join us as we nurture their love of stories and create lasting memories together!

We are pleased to invite you to a special seminar held in celebration of Qatar National Day. Organized by our Heritage Library, this event will explore key milestones in Qatar’s history and highlight the country’s cultural and historical influence within the Gulf and the wider Arab region. Through these formative moments—shaped by major regional and international developments—we revisit the forces that built our shared memory and shaped the course of history. Join us for an engaging and insightful journey into Qatar’s past.

Qatar National Library, as the IFLA MENA Regional Office, invites you to the "Librarians for Libraries" program, which aims to develop librarianship skills in the MENA region through virtual sessions covering a variety of topics. 

Join us at Qatar National Library for Dakka Festival, a joyful celebration of Qatar National Day. The word Dakka, "a traditional Qatari term meaning a long seat", symbolizes gathering, comfort, and togetherness. Inspired by this spirit, the festival invites the community to come together in a welcoming space to celebrate Qatar’s culture, creativity, and national pride.