Hayy Jameel, Jeddah

Hayy Jameel is developed and managed by Art Jameel as a dedicated arts complex and creative hub for Saudi Arabia. Designed by award-winning architects waiwai, Hayy references an Arabic word for neighbourhood, denoting the convivial and collaborative nature of the complex and its intent on bringing together a wide range of creative disciplines in one destination. Alongside the museum Hayy Arts, the education platform Hayy Learning and Hayy Studios is Hayy Cinema, Saudi’s first independent audiovisual centre, designed by Jeddah-based architects Bricklab. Fenaa Hayy, a multi-purpose space for performances, workshops and talks opens onto Saha, a central community courtyard underpinned by philosophies of sustainability and adaptability.

Jameel Arts Centre, Dubai

Jameel Arts Centre in Dubai, is the first contemporary arts institutions in the city. Opened to the public on November 11, 2018, the Centre is located in Jaddaf Waterfront. The 10,000-square-metre complex is home to five gallery spaces and an open-access research library dedicated to artists and cultural movements of the Arab world. Jameel Arts Centre is open everyday except Tuesdays from 10 am till 8:00 pm and 12pm-8pm on Friday.