Hamdan bin Mohammed visits Alserkal Avenue

December 06, 2025 / 8:38 PM

Sharjah 24 – WAM: His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, visited cultural establishments at Alserkal Avenue in Al Quoz, where he was briefed on how these institutions strengthen key sectors and raise the profile of the nation’s cultural heritage.

Contribution to Dubai’s creative ecosystem

During the visit, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan highlighted Alserkal Avenue’s role in enriching Dubai’s cultural and creative ecosystem, fostering emerging talent, and enhancing quality of life in line with the Dubai Social Agenda 33. He praised the district for reinforcing Dubai’s position as a leading destination for creative industries and arts.

Tour of Concrete space

Sheikh Hamdan toured Concrete, a 1,250-square-metre multidisciplinary space for cultural events. Shortlisted for the Aga Khan Award for Architecture in 2017, the venue’s flexible design symbolises the harmony of diverse cultural influences.

Visit to Fiker Institute

Sheikh Hamdan also visited Fiker Institute, an interdisciplinary think-tank promoting dialogue on global governance, foreign policy, and culture. He explored the Institute’s library, which houses over 15,000 curated titles in Arabic and English.

Cinema Akil tour

Sheikh Hamdan visited Cinema Akil, an independent platform launched in 2014 to showcase global films to UAE audiences. As the GCC’s first arthouse cinema, it highlights filmmakers across different eras and genres.

Stop at The Third Line gallery

The tour concluded at The Third Line, a Dubai gallery founded in 2005 that champions contemporary regional artists. The gallery hosts exhibitions, artist talks, and publishes art books, supporting both established and emerging talent.

Accompanying delegation

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan was accompanied by Abdulla Mohammed Al Basti, Secretary-General of The Executive Council of Dubai, and Ahmad bin Eisa Alserkal, Chairman of Alserkal Group.