Dar Al-Muharraq inaugurated

Manama : Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities (BACA) opened the iconic Dar Al-Muharraq yesterday evening.

The facility comprises the revamp of the existing Dar Jinaa in the old city of Muharraq as well as an extension on a neighbouring plot, which will accommodate workshops and training areas.

The Dar Al-Muharraq will act as a training and research centre for traditional folk music.

Situated along the Pearling, testimony of an Island Economy pathway, the extension is a three- storey building enveloped with a steel mesh, designed by Office Kersten Geers David Van Severen in collaboration with Emaar.

BACA President Shaikha Mai bint Mohammed Al Khalifa took pride in the opening of Dar Al-Muharraq, hailing the crucial importance of the milestone, which bears witness to city’s deep-rooted heritage.

She extended thanks to Alba and its officials for their drive to continuously invest in culture and contribute to the project.