Loan exhibit of Islamic arts underway at Shiraz museum

TEHRAN - As part of the 3rd International Multimedia Festival of Cultural Heritage, the exhibition “Reflections of Islamic Art in Iran” was inaugurated at the Museum of the Holy Shrine of Shah Cheragh in Shiraz.

Unveiling Elam: The Dawn of Iranian Civilization at Persepolis

SHIRAZ - The National Museum of Iran inaugurated the exhibition “Elam: The Dawn of Iranian Civilization” at the Persepolis Museum on November 6.

Photo exhibit ‘Iran Through the Eyes of Kyrgyz Bloggers’ opens in Bishkek

TEHRAN - The photo exhibition “Iran Through the Eyes of Kyrgyz Bloggers”, organized by the cultural office of the Islamic Republic in Kyrgyzstan, has opened at the National Museum of Fine Arts in Bishkek.

Unseen relics and documents of Anis al-Dowleh to go on show in Shiraz

TEHRAN - A collection of previously unseen relics and personal documents belonging to Anis al-Dowleh, a prominent consort of Naser al-Din Shah Qajar, will be showcased for the first time in a special exhibition in Shiraz.

Rafsanjan exhibit to welcome artisans from 31 provinces

TEHRAN - Rafsanjan, an ancient city in the southern Kerman province, will host a major handicraft exhibition, showcasing traditional arts and crafts from 31 provinces across Iran.

Ashgabat festival highlights Iran-Turkmenistan cultural and tourism ties

TEHRAN – The capital city of Ashgabat hosted a joint tourism festival highlighting the cultural heritage and tourism potential of Iran and Turkmenistan, underscoring the deep-rooted relationship between the two neighbors.

Exhibit on preservation and restoration of museum objects opens in Tehran

TEHRAN – A special exhibition showcasing preservation and restoration efforts for museum artifacts from across Iran was inaugurated today at the National Museum of Iran.

Tehran exhibit of Chinese arts celebrates centuries of exchange along Silk Road

TEHRAN – A loan exhibition showcasing selected works of Chinese art and culture was inaugurated in Tehran on Saturday evening, marking centuries of trade and cultural exchange along the Silk Road.

Unseen portrait of Naser al-Din Shah to be unveiled in Tehran

TEHRAN - For the first time, an unseen portrait of Naser al-Din Shah of the Qajar dynasty will be unveiled to the public.

Dorud handicrafts on show at ministry headquarters in Tehran

TEHRAN - A special exhibition showcasing the handcrafted works of artisans from Dorud county in Lorestan province is held at the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts, and Tourism in Tehran, according to Lorestan’s deputy for handicrafts.

Recently recovered Achaemenid cablets to go on view at National Museum

TEHRAN – Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Minister Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri announced that a collection of Achaemenid-era clay tablets, recently returned from the United States, will soon be unveiled at the National Museum in Tehran.

Special exhibit underway at Niavaran palace complex

TEHRAN – On Sunday, a special exhibition titled “A Journey Through the Niavaran Museums’ Treasures” was inaugurated at Ahmad Shah’s Pavilion, the smallest palace within the Niavaran Palace Complex in northern Tehran.

Iran to stage ‘Glory of Ancient Persia’ exhibit at UNESCO-listed Persepolis

TEHRAN – Deputy Tourism Minister Ali Darabi has revealed plans to stage a prestigious exhibit titled ‘“Glory of Ancient Persia’“ at the UNESCO-registered site of Persepolis.

Seldom-seen jewels to shine at Gorgan museum

TEHRAN - A rare collection of jewelry from ancient Jorjan will be unveiled at the Gorgan Archaeological Museum this week, offering visitors an unprecedented opportunity to connect with Iran’s deep-rooted history.

National Museum hosts meeting on Muharram mourning symbols

TEHRAN - A specialized meeting was held on Sunday at the National Museum of Iran to commemorate the exhibition “Alam and Tuq: Symbols and Allegory of Muharram”.

Handicrafts exhibit opens in Ardabil featuring 400 stalls and artists from 31 provinces

TEHRAN — A grand exhibition showcasing a stunning array of handicrafts and traditional arts opened in Ardabil on Monday evening, featuring an impressive 400 stalls.

Ryton-inspired potteries on show at Khorasan Great Museum

TEHRAN – An exhibition showcasing a number of modern earthenwares in the form of Ryton, an animal-shaped conical container from which fluids were intended to be drunk or to be poured, has opened doors in Mashhad.

Kerman’s handicraft exhibition highlights local talent

TEHRAN - An exhibition of handicrafts and traditional arts has opened in the southern city of Kerman.

Tehran museum unveils kilim treasures from 24 provinces

TEHRAN – An exhibition featuring Persian kilim carpets from 24 different provinces across Iran has opened at the Carpet Museum of Iran.

Gold Bowl of Hasanlu to go on view at Urmia Museum

TEHRAN - The millennia-old Gold Bowl of Hasanlu, a significant archaeological find named after the location where it was excavated some 66 years ago, will be showcased at the Urmia Museum of Archaeology in celebration of Cultural Heritage Week.

Rosewater festival: a celebration of tradition and culture underway in Tehran

TEHRAN – A rosewater festival is currently underway at Tehran’s Eshragh Cultural Center, captivating visitors with a myriad of cultural and artistic programs.

Exhibit highlights Zoroastrian’s cultural contribution

TEHRAN – On May 10, an exhibition of handicrafts made by Zoroastrian artisans was held in the UNESCO-listed city of Yazd in the heart of Iran.

Kerman province to host loan exhibit of its local treasures

TEHRAN - A collection of relics discovered from Kerman and being kept at the National Museum of Iran, has been returned to the southern province for a loan exhibition during Cultural Heritage Week (May 17 to 23).

By Seyed Hossein Mirzafarjouyan

Expo: An opportunity for development

TEHRAN– Expo is a means to flourish the economy of a country in a durable way, to do effective activities to create jobs, expand its international relations and cultural exchanges with other nations.

Stone tools discovered in northern region of Persian Gulf

TEHRAN - The National Museum of Iran has announced the discovery of stone tools dating back hundreds of thousands of years in a region situated north of the Persian Gulf.