The Museum Commission has opened the Red Sea Museum in the restored Bab Al Bunt building within Historic Jeddah.
The launch featured VIP events, performances, and a preview exhibition.
The museum showcases over 1,000 artifacts across 23 galleries, celebrating the Red Sea’s cultural, historical, and natural heritage.
Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan Al Saud, Minister of Culture and Chairman of the Museums Commission, emphasised in his speech at the museum's opening that: "The Red Sea Museum celebrates the natural and cultural heritage of our region, which is rich in diversity." His Highness pointed out that the museum "opens up a vast space for creativity and a comprehensive cultural platform that promotes dialogue between civilisations, alongside cultural and knowledge exchange, reflecting the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's vision and commitment to preserving its cultural and natural heritage."
He added: “It forms part of an ambitious journey to revive Historic Jeddah, with unlimited support from our wise leadership, and build a rich cultural future where various forms of culture and arts thrive.”
Ibrahim Alsanousi, CEO of the Museums Commission, said: “This museum is a testament to the Ministry of Culture’s dedication to developing museums of global significance in Saudi Arabia. Through world‑class exhibitions, research, and programming, the Red Sea Museum will serve as a hub for knowledge, creativity, and cultural exchange.”
The opening of the Red Sea Museum reflects the mission of Historic Jeddah to preserve cultural heritage in a modern, sustainable form while creating opportunities for economic and cultural growth. Established by royal decree in 2018 under the Saudi Ministry of Culture, Historic Jeddah safeguards its tangible and intangible heritage as a historic gateway to the Red Sea and a center of global trade.
The Revitalising Historic Jeddah project, launched in 2021, is transforming the area into a vibrant living space; investing in its cultural assets to inspire community pride and connect the past to the future. -TradeArabia News Service
