Kuwait National Museum
Kuwait National Museum
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Justin W
Canberra, Australia388 contributions
Jan 2020
The museum has only 2 small exhibitions on right now. One is a small islamic collection and the other is Kuwaiti history exhibit with replica of an old souq. What was there was good, but this museum has a lot more space and could have more exhibits.
Written January 16, 2020
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saronic
Zurich, Switzerland29,071 contributions
Mar 2020
When walking along the Arabian Gulf Street and passing by the Kuwait National Museum I remembered the information that this museum had been looted to a great extent during the Iraqi invasion and that it was all now just a shadow of its pre-war self. Also the museum building, designed by Michel Ecochard, an architect, archaeologist and urban planner from Paris, working extensively in Lebanon, Syria and Morocco, had been badly damaged.
Thus I didn't go inside and just had a look at the beautiful 'Boom', exhibited on the Gulf Street side. This type of two master sail boat, a larger than average dhow, constructed for plying the Indian Ocean, was known to have been built to a great extent mainly in Kuwait. Today it figures in full sail on the country's national emblem.
The particular Boom here was called 'Al Muhallab' and it had been busy travelling the sea until 1949. Several still active booms and other type of dhows can be seen today in the harbour by the fish market, although by now almost all sails have been replaced by motors.
Thus I didn't go inside and just had a look at the beautiful 'Boom', exhibited on the Gulf Street side. This type of two master sail boat, a larger than average dhow, constructed for plying the Indian Ocean, was known to have been built to a great extent mainly in Kuwait. Today it figures in full sail on the country's national emblem.
The particular Boom here was called 'Al Muhallab' and it had been busy travelling the sea until 1949. Several still active booms and other type of dhows can be seen today in the harbour by the fish market, although by now almost all sails have been replaced by motors.
Written December 11, 2020
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JONO5K1
London, UK705 contributions
May 2023 • Solo
Given the free entry, one should refrain from being overly critical. The staff were friendly, really and truly, and the museum itself is worth a 30-minute look-over, but it's nothing amazing. A quick visit would be pleasant if in the area.
Written May 24, 2023
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edlesch
Kuwait City, Kuwait395 contributions
Jul 2021 • Solo
The museum was fun and informative illustration of Kuwaiti history and culture. There is artifact from the region dating back to the stone and bronze age. Also the heritage section has a mock up of am ancient Souk. See the way it is laid out and the descriptions of each shop with their purpose helped better understand the commercial and social settings of ancient Kuwait. I really enjoy it unfortunately the Planetarium and 2 other sections were closed for renovation, while I was there. Also they check my temperature and my COVID vaccination before allow me to enter. I was there 31Jul/Saturday and it opened at 1600.
Written July 31, 2021
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UK-Colorado
London127 contributions
Mar 2023
1.5 hour visit. The museum has made significant investment in the building and the displays. Artifacts are interesting and well presented BUT the significant failing is for the curators to explain the exhibits and give more information about them. Worth a stop but could be vastly improved with very modest investment.
Written March 12, 2023
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Haytham Abu Firas
Qatar21,302 contributions
Apr 2023 • Family
Visiting Kuwait National Museum is free. It consists of 3 parts: Failaka Island Hall, coins hall and traditional cultural hall. The first two is a bit small that can be covered in a few minutes. The cultural hall is a must seen part. All handicraft, boat carpenters, shop keepers, school teachers and students statues represent a wonderful era of ancient Kuwait. Pleasant visit and many photos.
Written April 24, 2023
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StevenBSydney
Sydney129 contributions
Feb 2012 • Business
what a huge mistake. This is THE WORST example of a national museum I've ever seen. It's a dusty building site with two rooms of VERY dull exhibits. All the ancient and modern culture, history that could have been displayed in this shambles just left me gasping at how awful this place is. Kuwait is wealthy country; economically, culturally and historically; none of that is represented in this embarrassment. it really is a monument to the amazing lack of development in this country
Written February 23, 2012
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Neptune-salacia
Atlanta, GA96 contributions
In an otherwise cultural wasteland, you think wealthy Kuwait will at least invest in a decent museum. The place is sad and is in serious need for repair...watch where you step if you visit.
I believe this place was damaged during the Iraqi invasion, but 20 years seems to be plenty of time to repair things. After all, malls have been nicely repaired. If only people in Kuwait appreciated their culture and heritage as much as they did shopping!.
I believe this place was damaged during the Iraqi invasion, but 20 years seems to be plenty of time to repair things. After all, malls have been nicely repaired. If only people in Kuwait appreciated their culture and heritage as much as they did shopping!.
Written March 11, 2012
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Ghanim A
Kuwait City, Kuwait211,462 contributions
Mar 2015 • Friends
Good but needs more improvements
This due to the constructions and expansions works
but we saw parts of the Museum and it is so nice
i hope this constructions and expansions works will finish as soon as possible
This due to the constructions and expansions works
but we saw parts of the Museum and it is so nice
i hope this constructions and expansions works will finish as soon as possible
Written March 31, 2015
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foxydoo
9 contributions
For those looking for an outing and those who are interested in ancient architecture and history, the museum is definitely something that should not be missed.. While it may not Be on par with those in certain European countries, it should not be missed if you stop by in Kuwait and have a few days
Written June 3, 2011
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Hello, I got an information that National Museum is closed due to renovation. Is anyone here knows when it was announced?
And period (from which date till which date) it will be closed?
Written October 10, 2018
is the Planetarium open. tried to phone. No phones working. Want to book for school children. any bother way I can contact them to ask, maybe an e mail a dress. Please help
Written September 27, 2017
Is the museum open during Ramadan and if so, what are the timings on Fridays? Are they still from 4:30pm-6pm and does the Planetarium still have shows?
Written June 22, 2016
For time being planetarium is closed for renovation and museum also
Written June 22, 2016
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