The Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) in Doha is presenting a family-friendly educational program called “The Spice Journey: Exploring Trade Routes in the Islamic World” this Saturday afternoon from 3-5pm in the museum’s main atrium. The drop-in event requires no advance booking and welcomes families to participate freely.

Connecting History with Hands-On Learning

This special program runs alongside the museum’s current exhibition “A Seat at the Table” and focuses on the crucial influence spices had in establishing trade networks and cultural connections across the Islamic world. Participants will discover how valuable spices traveled along ancient routes from eastern regions to western markets, learning about the fascinating stories behind these journeys and their lasting effects on daily life, cooking traditions, and artistic expression.

Interactive Cultural Experience

The event combines educational content from MIA’s permanent collections and historical documentation with engaging displays designed for family participation. Children and adults can participate in practical activities that involve handling various aromatic spices while learning about their geographical origins, traditional applications, and distinctive characteristics.

Part of Broader Educational Initiative

This spice-themed program represents one component of Qatar Museums’ ongoing series of family-oriented activities. The initiative aims to strengthen family bonds through shared learning experiences while helping visitors forge meaningful connections with their cultural history through enjoyable, interactive methods.

The event transforms the museum space into an immersive environment that brings the atmosphere of historical spice markets to life, allowing modern families to experience and understand these ancient trading traditions that shaped Islamic civilization.

Original Article:

Gulf Times. (2025, August 6). MIA organising family event on Islamic world trade routes activity. Gulf Times. https://www.gulf-times.com/article/708472/qatar/mia-organising-family-event-on-islamic-world-trade-routes-activity