Multaka Museum Moments: A Shorts Video Series

Meaningful Multaka Museum Moments

Discover the meaning and beauty of four stunning Islamic Art objects in the History of Science Museum and the Pergamon Museum of Islamic Art. The Aleppo Room, The Mshatta Facade, The Lawh, and The Astrolabe. Learn the stories and meanings of these objects as told through the words of Multaka volunteers. Listen as they delve into insightful nuggets of experience and knowledge, bringing the objects to life.

Immerse yourself into the world of Islamic Art

To celebrate UNESCO's International Day of Islamic Art, the Alwaleed Cultural Network meets inspiring volunteers from the Multaka Project at the Museum of Islamic Art, Berlin and Oxford University Museums. In this episode, Mohamed delves into the symbolism of the Astrolabe to Muslims and Arabs. The History of Science Museum has one of the largest collections of Astrolabes.