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We aim to provide the best services to enhance our role in promoting and developing the UAE’s cultural economy and to establish our leadership in the cultural and knowledge sector.
Issuing International Standard Book Number (ISBN)
ISBN is an international standard number for books that defines the title of each publication. The numbering process’s ultimate aim is to give each intellectual work a unique number that can’t be duplicated or be in any way similar to any other work. This number is what distinguishes a literary work from another, and is used by publication authorities.
Registration of Archaeological Sites and Pieces
A service provided to local entities concerned with antiquities and museums, through which all archaeological sites or pieces are given a national number to preserve and identify them.
Rental of MCY theatres, halls and areas
Rental of theatres, halls and other facilities in cultural centers for organizing various activities and events in the cultural fields
Library membership
The public libraries offer MCY library lifetime membership services to all UAE nationals and residents, allowing them to benefit from library services including book borrowing, library facilities and other features.
Registration of Borrowed Cultural Objects
A service provided to local authorities concerned with archaeology to register antiquities coming into the UAE from other countries, in order to give these pieces immunity and protection while in the country.
Registration of Archaeological Sites and Pieces
A service provided to local entities concerned with antiquities and museums, through which all archaeological sites or pieces are given a national number to preserve and identify them.
Issuing International Standard Book Number (ISBN)
ISBN is an international standard number for books that defines the title of each publication. The numbering process’s ultimate aim is to give each intellectual work a unique number that can’t be duplicated or be in any way similar to any other work. This number is what distinguishes a literary work from another, and is used by publication authorities.
Rental of MCY theatres, halls and areas
Rental of theatres, halls and other facilities in cultural centers for organizing various activities and events in the cultural fields
Library membership
The public libraries offer MCY library lifetime membership services to all UAE nationals and residents, allowing them to benefit from library services including book borrowing, library facilities and other features.
Registration of Borrowed Cultural Objects
A service provided to local authorities concerned with archaeology to register antiquities coming into the UAE from other countries, in order to give these pieces immunity and protection while in the country.
Our Initiatives
National grant program for culture and creativity
The National Grant Program for Culture and Creativity will support seven fields including: books and literature, music, film and TV, performing arts and theatre, visual arts and design, video games and cultural heritage.
Read MoreCultural Association and Bands Subsidies
Criteria and Procedures for Subsidizing Cultural Associations and Groups
Read MoreModern Architectural Heritage of the UAE Initiative
The initiative - Modern Architectural Heritage of the UAE - explores various facets of urban heritage and its centrality to our national identity. As an inseparable component of our nation's progression, the built environment plays a defining role in shaping our cities and fostering vibrant communities.
Read MoreSmithsonian Folklife Festival
More than 50 artists from the UAE participated at the Smithsonian Folklife Festival,
Read MoreVisual Arts Forum
Considered the largest exhibition of visual art from the Gulf, the biannual showcase of the GCC Visual Arts Forum
Read MoreGolden Visa
The UAE has implemented a long-term residence visa system for five or ten years that is automatically renewed when conditions are met for certain categories that include investors, entrepreneurs and specialized talents.
Read MoreArabic Language Summit
The first edition of the Arabic Language Summit will be held, following the inaugural edition held on the margin of EXPO Dubai last year, under the slogan "Language and Making of Identity"
Read MoreUAE Cultural Heritage
The project aims at creating a unified national register of artifacts in all emirates of the UAE. This register helps everyone to know all the details about such artifacts
Read MoreSummer Camp
The aim of the camp is to develop young people's ability to communicate and express themselves in a creative and effective way.
Read MoreAl Burda
Launched in 2004, Al Burda is an international initiative by the Ministry of Culture focused on supporting and fostering creativity
Read MoreReading Month
Every year March is observed as the month of Reading in the UAE; it is marked by a rich and diverse calendar of engaging activities
Read MoreEvents
Thu, 15 Dec 2022
Abu Dhabi - Manarat Al Saadiyat
Arabic Language Summit
The first edition of the Arabic Language Summit will be held, following the inaugural edition held on the margin of EXPO Dubai last year, under the slogan "Language and Making of Identity", during the period..
Read MoreMon, 14 Nov 2022
Kingdom of Morocco
9TH UNITED NATIONS ALLIANCE OF CIVILIZATIONS (UNAOC) FORUM
The event, held under the patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI of the Kingdom of Morocco, dealt with ways to enhance dialogue and cooperation between different societies, cultures and civilizations. The forum hosted member..
Read MoreSat, 08 Oct 2022
Abu Dhabi Creative Hub
‘Expressions of Malid’ to celebrate Prophet Mohammed’s birth anniversary
The Ministry of Culture is hosting an event entitled ‘Expressions of Malid’ to mark the birth anniversary of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH). The event which will take place on Saturday evening, October 8, at the Abu..
Read MoreNews
27 March 2025
In collaboration with Ministry of Education Ministry of Culture Announces the Implementation of the National Framework for Emirati Cultural Activities in Schools
The Ministry of Culture, in association with the Ministry of Education, announced the implementation of the National Framework for Emirati Cultural Activities in Schools. This framework includes a comprehensive set of policies, standards and action..
Read More24 March 2025
As part of ‘Mabrouk Ma Yak’ service Ministry of Culture Grants Free Lifetime Public Library Memberships to Emirati Newborns
In celebration of Emirati Children’s Day, the Ministry of Culture (MOC) has announced granting free lifetime memberships to MOC-affiliated public libraries for newborn Emirati citizens. This initiative, introduced as part of the ‘Mabrouk Ma Yak’..
Read More25 February 2025
Ministry of Culture Announces Cultural and Knowledge Programs for the UAE Reading Month 2025
The Ministry of Culture announced that key entities across the UAE will organise a diverse range of cultural and knowledge programs during UAE Reading Month in March 2025. This initiative aligns with the Ministry’s ongoing..
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