Dubai Municipality Museum, Historical museum in Al Bateen, United Arab Emirates.
The Dubai Municipality Museum occupies a building with traditional Emirati architecture and displays a collection of objects, documents, and models documenting Dubai's transformation. The exhibitions trace the development from a coastal settlement to a global city.
The building dates from the late 18th century and preserves the architectural features of that era. It was later updated to serve as the museum space it is today.
The museum displays everyday objects and crafts that reflect local identity and the relationship with desert and sea life. Visitors see how tradition remains connected to contemporary daily life.
The museum is located in the Al Bateen district and is most easily reached on foot or by car. Visitors should know that the spaces have limited wheelchair accessibility and are best visited during weekdays.
The exhibition uses technology to show life from different time periods, from ancient Bedouin culture to modern times. This immersive presentation helps visitors understand the dramatic leaps in Dubai's history.
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