Dubai: Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is set to open the Arab Document Day Exhibition tomorrow, 17th October, at its headquarters, with the participation of several government and private entities, most notably Hamdan Bin Mohammed Heritage Center, the Architectural Heritage and Antiquities Department of Dubai Municipality, and Juma Al Majid Center for Culture and Heritage.
According to Emirates News Agency, Fatima Al Mandoos, Director of Administrative Services at RTA's Corporate Administrative Support Services Sector, stated that the exhibition is organized to raise awareness of the importance of documents and archives in safeguarding identity, preserving historical and intellectual memory, and strengthening values of national belonging and pride in Arab heritage. The event reflects Dubai's dedication to supporting initiatives that preserve heritage and ensure the sustainability of knowledge. Arab Document Day is an annual occasion to showcase national efforts to preserve documents and manuscripts as a cultural and human treasure, and to underscore the significance of archives in protecting intangible heritage.
The exhibition features a programme of cultural and interactive activities, including an Arabic calligraphy corner that displays the art's aesthetic value, a manuscript-binding workshop to educate visitors on preservation techniques, and a platform for distributing historical and general books free of charge to promote knowledge and cultural exchange.
Visitors will also receive complimentary membership to the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Heritage Center library, providing access to heritage and scientific resources. The programme also includes a competition for the most beautiful Arabic calligraphy to inspire creative talent and encourage artistic expression, along with raffles and prizes for participating employees to recognize their engagement with the event.