2025 Islamic Arts Biennale Opens in Jeddah (+Photos)

IQNA – The second edition of the Islamic Arts Biennale, titled “And All That Is In Between,” has commenced in Jeddah, hosted at the Western Hajj Terminal of King Abdulaziz International Airport.

The exhibition, organized by the Diriyah Biennale Foundation, runs until May 25, 2025, and explores the intersections of faith, thought, and creativity through Islamic art, Arch Daily reported on Monday.

With contributions from over 30 international institutions, the Biennale features a diverse array of artifacts and artworks representing Islamic traditions from countries including Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Turkey, the United States, and Uzbekistan, among others.

Historical artifacts from Mecca and Medina are also on display, offering visitors insights into the spiritual and cultural heritage of the region. 

The exhibition, designed by the global architecture firm OMA, spans five halls and outdoor spaces, presenting more than 500 objects and artworks. A notable highlight is the first public display of the full Kiswah, the cloth that covered the Kaaba in the previous year. 

Prominent institutions such as the Louvre Museum, the Victoria and Albert Museum, and the Museum of Islamic Art in Doha have loaned works to the event.

The Biennale also features seven thematic sections, including AlBidayah (The Beginning) and AlMusalla, spread across 100,000 square meters of exhibition space, combining indoor galleries and outdoor installations. 

Source: Arch Daily