Oman
Across Ages Museum to Organize International Conference on 18 May

Manah,
5 May (ONA) —— The international conference “Museums and Their Role in Tourism
Development” will take place from May 18 to 20 at Oman Across Ages Museum
in the Wilayat of Manah, the Governorate of A’Dakhiliyah.

Organized
in collaboration with the National Records and Archives Authority and the
Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, the event will feature over 42 researchers,
academics, and experts from 21 countries, along with heritage and tourism
professionals from within and outside the Sultanate of Oman.

The
three-day conference will present 42 diverse research papers by museum
specialists, academics, and researchers, addressing multiple themes. These
include the role of museums and heritage institutions in tourism development
and cultural preservation, museum tourism and the cultural economy, related
investment opportunities, as well as the educational and knowledge-based functions
of museums through academic partnerships.

The
conference will also explore the use of modern digital technologies, such as
artificial intelligence and virtual reality to enhance visitor experiences.

Alongside
the conference, three specialized workshops and an exhibition will be held,
featuring participation from government and private institutions, as well as
researchers and academics, to highlight the cultural, economic, and social
impact of museums.

Yaqdhan
Abdullah Al Harthy, Director General of Oman Across Ages Museum and General
Supervisor of the conference, stated that the event serves as an international
platform for exchanging expertise and best practices in the museum sector. He
emphasized that Omani museums are expected to become beacons of knowledge,
contributing to national economic diversification through cultural tourism.

On
his turn, Dr. Mohammed Al Balushi, Head of the Conference’s Scientific
Committee, noted that the committee received over 300 research abstracts from
21 countries, with 42 papers selected based on quality and diversity criteria.
He added that the conference will also feature scientific posters displayed
alongside the sessions, providing a broader space for knowledge exchange and
showcasing innovative research projects in museums and tourism.

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