“Qatar Museums (QM) has announced it will present a curated collection of new releases during the 35th Doha International Book Fair (DIBF). The fair will take place from May 14 to 23, 2026 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center, commonly known as DECC. A Qatar Museums statement said the organisation’s participation would give visitors the opportunity to explore a broad range of publications produced by the institution over the years, reflecting its efforts to document and share cultural narratives from Qatar, the wider region and beyond. It added that it would showcase award-winning publications and exhibition catalogues that highlight the role of books in connecting audiences with art, culture and heritage. The collection spans subjects including art, design, architecture, archaeology, sport, photography and children’s literature. Alongside newly released works, the Qatar Museums booth will also feature publications linked to some of the institution’s most prominent exhibitions and initiatives, underscoring its continued investment in research, storytelling and cultural exchange through publishing. Visitors will also be able to explore bilingual and multilingual editions intended to make art and heritage more accessible to diverse audiences. Mai al-Nesf, Head of Publications Shared Services and a published Qatari author, said the institution aimed to encourage learning and dialogue through its publications. “Through our participation in the Doha International Book Fair, we are pleased to present publications that open new windows onto art and culture, providing the public with opportunities for learning, dialogue, and discovery,” she said. Among the titles being showcased are Nested in Modernity: Moments from the History of Doha’s Old Palace, A Seat at the Table: Food and Feasting in the Islamic World and Seeing Is Believing: The Art and Influence of Jean-Leon Gerome. The display will also include Splendours of the Atlas: A Voyage through Morocco’s Heritage, Manzar: Art and Architecture from Pakistan, 1940s to Today and Al Journal — Volume One. Since its establishment, Qatar Museums has developed an extensive archive of exhibition catalogues, scholarly works, research publications and children’s books as part of its broader mission to make culture, creativity and knowledge accessible to local, regional and international audiences.
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