About the Institute

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Misk Arts Institute, affiliated with the non-profit Mohammed bin Salman Foundation “Misk”

A non-profit cultural organization concerned with the arts, founded in December 2017, and seeks to contribute to the development of a creative society and make art available to everyone through programs. And specific initiatives to create new opportunities. The Institute aims to provide opportunities for artists through an integrated system of education, practice, and multidisciplinary experiences. It provides educational programs and experiences. It also seeks to enhance appreciation of the arts and advance artistic taste.

Our vision

Empowering the growth of a thriving, creative community. Making the arts accessible to all.

Our Mission

To empower emerging artists through our interconnected ecosystem of support, expertise and education - unlocking opportunities and elevating the arts.

Misk Art Institute Numbers (2017 - 2023)

28,114+Graduated artists
76+Exhibitions and display of works
23+Annual residencies
28,114+Courses and programs

Learn about the branches of the Misk Art Institute

Prince Faisal bin Fahd Arts Hall

In 2019, based on the goals and visions that the Misk Arts Institute aspires to achieve in the cultural and artistic community in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Prince Faisal bin Fahd Arts Hall was reopened to be a creative space that brings together artists from Saudi Arabia and from various places, groups and experiences, and includes art exhibitions that the Institute launches throughout the year. In addition to dialogue sessions, development courses, workshops, and local residency programs. The space in the Prince Faisal bin Fahd Arts Hall also includes among its visitors a group of facilities that provide the artist audience with an opportunity to develop their skills within a professional artistic environment.

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The story and history of Misk Institute

In 2011, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia witnessed the establishment of the Misk Institute for the Arts, an artistic foundation created to develop and support local artistic talents. Since its inception, the institute has diligently worked to provide educational and training opportunities for emerging artists in the Kingdom.

The institute is considered a significant center for the exchange of ideas and collaboration between local and international artists. Workshops and cultural events are regularly organized, contributing to expanding the horizons of artists and providing opportunities to learn about the latest global artistic techniques and trends. Consequently, the institute has become a mandatory destination for ambitious creators seeking to achieve a sustainable and profound artistic impact in their community and on the global stage.