Manarat Al Saadiyat meanings the place of enlightenment, is a purpose-built art and culture centre with multiple gallery spaces. It offers visitors, tourists, artists and students the opportunity to discover famous collections from international artists as well as culturally rich exhibits from local artists..
Manarat Al Saadiyat showcases Saadiyat’s projects and hosts art exhibitions organised by Abu Dhabi Tourism and Culture Authority (TCA Abu Dhabi) with collections from around the world. It provides visitors with a taste of the Saadiyat Cultural District museums programme and helps to develop awareness and understanding of the wide range of art and culture that will be on offer.
Located in the Saadiyat Cultural District, Manarat Al Saadiyat contains three major galleries for hosting permanent and temporary art and cultural exhibitions whilst the fourth gallery houses Saadiyat Experience, an interactive narrative about Saadiyat’s history and culture and its role in realising Abu Dhabi’s vision. It also features a central events space, a sales centre and Fanr restaurant. This acclaimed contemporary-dining venue offers a wide variety of regional and international cuisine, with seating for 250 diners inside or al fresco in the courtyard.
The Manarat Al Saadiyat’s boutique retail store, Artyfact, offers a unique collection of products and books designed to accompany the Saadiyat Cultural District exhibitions and showcase Abu Dhabi Art.
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