Darb 1718, Arts centre and creative residency in Old Cairo, Egypt.
Darb 1718 is an arts centre and creative residency in the Fustat district with two indoor galleries, a theater, and multiple exhibition spaces. The grounds include rooftop terraces, outdoor performance areas, workshops, and an outdoor cinema.
The centre was established in 2008 by visual artist Moataz Nasr in a neighborhood rich with ancient structures. Its location near the Mosque of Amr Ibn el 'Aas and Babylon Fortress connects it to centuries of Cairo's heritage.
The space displays works by contemporary Egyptian artists alongside international creators through regular exhibitions and live events. Visitors experience how local and visiting artists share ideas through workshops and performances held throughout the grounds.
Access to galleries, workshops, and outdoor areas spreads across the site, requiring some walking between locations. It helps to wear comfortable shoes and plan time to explore the different spaces throughout the grounds.
International artists work on projects within street patterns that have developed over many generations. This location creates unexpected meetings between contemporary creative work and the neighborhood's daily life.
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