Al Riwaq Art Space
Al Riwaq is a non-profit Art Space, founded in 1998, home for artists and creatives and dedicated to promoting local contemporary arts and design, and connecting with developments at regional and international levels.
Cultural Facilitators
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Education
An annual, diverse and flexible education programme that aims to develop artistic, practical and theoretical skill sets through courses, discussion, knowledge sharing, workshops and community engagement.
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Exhibitions
We maintain our platform for sharing stories and constructive creative discussion and analysis through the art. Our exhibitions showcase a diverse selection of local and regional talents.
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Residencies
Our residency offer ranges between knowledge and mentorship based residencies, alongside research or project based ones. Each experience is catered to the residents' goals and practice.
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Events
Alriwaq has been at the forefront of Bahrain’s burgeoning arts scene, and hosts a wide-ranging calendar of talks, panel discussion, screening, performances, and symposiums. Open to the audience to experiment with various methods of artistic expression that emphasizes playfulness and creativity.
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Co-working Space
Al Riwaq has always dedicated its space to being a community hub and platform for supporting artists and art and culture practitioners. In the spirit of creating more space for collaboration and dialogue, we launch our co-working Membership schemes, allowing subscribers to utilise the space more effectively.
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Concept Store & Cafe
A contemporary concept store, presenting a curated selection of works by regional artists and designers. Visit Alwan for a curated experience discovering well known as well as hidden gems by our collaborating artists and designers.
Exhibitions
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Closer to Home
‘Closer to home’ Al Riwaq’s “Application 004” art sees the resident artists exploring the concept of home.While some have engaged in exploring the suppositions surrounding the definition of its interpretations:...
Closer to Home
‘Closer to home’ Al Riwaq’s “Application 004” art sees the resident artists exploring the concept of home.While some have engaged in exploring the suppositions surrounding the definition of its interpretations:...
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Muharraq Nights: Transforming Heritage Houses
Muharraq Nights is an annual festival taking place in the historic neighbourhood of Muharraq. The celebration took place from December 1st to the 31st 2024, combining food, fashion, music and art....
Muharraq Nights: Transforming Heritage Houses
Muharraq Nights is an annual festival taking place in the historic neighbourhood of Muharraq. The celebration took place from December 1st to the 31st 2024, combining food, fashion, music and art....
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Muharraq Nights Public Art: 'Salmeen Ghaneem'
Muharraq Nights is an annual festival taking place in the historic neighbourhood of Muharraq. The celebration took place from December 1st to the 31st 2024, combining food, fashion, music and...
Muharraq Nights Public Art: 'Salmeen Ghaneem'
Muharraq Nights is an annual festival taking place in the historic neighbourhood of Muharraq. The celebration took place from December 1st to the 31st 2024, combining food, fashion, music and...
Upcoming Programming
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Gathered Blessings: Iftar with Lulwa Sowaileh
Vendor:Chef Lulwa SowailehRegular price 28.000 BHDRegular priceUnit price / perSold out -
Majlis Al Riwaq 1: Imagination and Storytelling
Vendor:Haidar Alhaibe, Leena NasserRegular price 0.000 BHDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Majlis Al Riwaq 2: The Role and Impact of Residencies
Vendor:AlriwaqartspaceRegular price 0.000 BHDRegular priceUnit price / per
Archives
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December 2023 Program
Fatema NoohAl Riwaq December program was at Muharraq, we conclude this year with an exciting line up of exhibitions, It was opened for everyone to visit, and we were pleased to welcome everyone...
December 2023 Program
Fatema NoohAl Riwaq December program was at Muharraq, we conclude this year with an exciting line up of exhibitions, It was opened for everyone to visit, and we were pleased to welcome everyone...
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November 2023 Program
Fatema NoohAl Riwaq hosted a number of events in November, which included the Expanded Media Club: Public Spaces: Shaping Communities and Lives with UN-Habitat and the AA Visiting School. The Tanween...
November 2023 Program
Fatema NoohAl Riwaq hosted a number of events in November, which included the Expanded Media Club: Public Spaces: Shaping Communities and Lives with UN-Habitat and the AA Visiting School. The Tanween...
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October 2023 Program
Fatema NoohIn October, Al Riwaq held several events, including NEXUS with William Wells and the Colour and Light workshop with Yana Dimitrova. Other events that took place during the month included the...
October 2023 Program
Fatema NoohIn October, Al Riwaq held several events, including NEXUS with William Wells and the Colour and Light workshop with Yana Dimitrova. Other events that took place during the month included the...
Community Engagement
Alongside exhibitions and programming, Al Riwaq's platform extends to offer alternative spaces and opportunities that further support creatives and artists in the community. This includes but not limited to our artistic, curatorial and career development consultation services, co-working space memberships, and our concept store which showcases local and regional talents.
The House Showcase
Springing from Al Riwaq's efforts to create further exposure and outreach for artists, the house interior is utilised to create expanded showcase opportunities for the public. This allows our visitors and audiences to engage with and acquire valuable and selected artworks throughout the year.
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Iskander Dawani
Regular price 91.000 BHDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Ghalia AbdulJawad
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Connected Souls
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The Path is the Goal
Regular price 520.000 BHDRegular priceUnit price / per

Space Rental
Al Riwaq has always been an open space for the community to engage with and finds great delight in hosting our community members for various occasions and special moments outside of Al Riwaq's core scope.
From the historic house interiors to our signature Al Riwaq outdoor spaces, as well as the unique experiences curated by De'part in collaboration with the beloved Al Riwaq Cafe, we offer a diverse selection of options for your special occasions, or community gatherings.
Click below to discover our spaces and contact us or De'part to discuss the details of your event!
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