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Sharjah Museums Authority launches app

February 22, 2018

THE history, art, science, and important cultural artifacts on display across Sharjah’s 16 museums will be available at the touch of a button by downloading the Sharjah Museums Authority’s new smartphone application.

Launched as part of UAE Innovation Month and available for free in the iTunes and Android stores online, the app introduces smartphone and tablet owners to the offerings at Sharjah Museums in a clear, user-friendly, intuitive and functional way.

Users will be able to view select objects from the collections on display at museums around the emirate, learn about the visitor services including opening hours, events, exhibitions and the variety of community and cultural programs offered throughout the year.

The app includes a geographical alert feature that will notify users if they are a short distance from any of Sharjah’s museums, as well as nearby facilities such as hotels, restaurants and other important places in the emirate.

Manal Ataya, director general of Sharjah Museums Authority, said: “The launch of the Sharjah Museums Authority’s new smartphone and tablet app is the natural next step in our ongoing mission to bring the wealth of art and culture within Sharjah’s museums to new audiences.

“The app allows the public to stay in touch with everything the SMA is doing in a way that is user-friendly and convenient.

“All the information you need is available in this app, including news about the latest international exhibitions taking place across Sharjah, fascinating cultural workshop, or the opening times of your favorite museum.

“The launch of this new app shows that the SMA has embraced new technology in line with the principals of UAE Innovation Month. We look forward to connecting with even more people across the UAE and inviting them to participate in the wide range of important cultural events held by the SMA throughout the year.”

Following on from the success of UAE Innovation Week in 2015 and 2016, UAE Innovation Month 2018 was launched to strengthen the Emirates’ standing as a global hub for technological innovation.

One of the largest innovation events in the world, UAE Innovation Month invites the public and private sector as well as individuals to develop a culture of innovation.

The Sharjah Museums Authority (SMA) was established in 2006 by Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, supreme council member and ruler of Sharjah, as an independent government department. SMD includes 16 museums covering Islamic art and culture, archaeology, heritage, science, marine life and the history of Sharjah and the region. — SG


February 22, 2018
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