Museum Backstage

What does the team actually do when the museum is closed? Where do the objects from the exhibition move to? How is a carpet actually knotted? Why does this vase shimmer so golden and do we have a favorite object?

We will try to answer these and many other questions here in the coming months.

Dismantling the Carpet Exhibition

Wonder how the process of dismantling an exhibition in the museum looks like? Get an insight into the techniques and methods used for taking down the carpet exhibition in the Museum for Islamic Art.

Our favorite objects

Our team has handpicked their favorite objects and are sharing their personal connection with them. Join us on this special journey as we unveil new insights from our collection.