Alexandria Museum of Fine Arts, Art museum in Moharam Bek, Alexandria, Egypt.
The Alexandria Museum of Fine Arts is an art museum in Moharam Bek that displays Egyptian and Middle Eastern artworks. The collection spans paintings, sculptures, and prints organized across multiple gallery spaces on different floors.
The museum was founded in 1904 when Edward Farid Heim donated 210 artworks to the Alexandria Municipal Authorities. This gift became the foundation for establishing an organized collection and exhibition space in the city.
The museum draws artists and art lovers interested in contemporary and classical works from the region. Visitors can explore the artistic expression of different Mediterranean cultures in one space.
The museum is located in the Moharam Bek district and is easy to find while exploring the area. Visitors should allow time to browse multiple gallery floors and can take advantage of art workshops and educational programs offered here.
The museum houses a dedicated Calligraphy Museum section that showcases the art form of Arabic script writing. A special exhibition hall honors the local artist Hamed Ewes and displays his contributions to Egyptian art.
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