Organisation set up by Juma Al-Majid to make available to researchers books and manuscripts on Islamic, Arab and humanitarian science subjects; also publishes books, holds seminars and produces a periodical magazine

Cultural institution in Dubai formed by artists and art lovers; works to encourage the development of arts and crafts in the UAE by offering classes and workshops in a variety of traditional and contemporary arts and crafts

Gulf region branch of Goethe-Institut, the cultural institute of the Federal Republic of Germany; promotes knowledge of the German language, & fosters international cultural cooperation; has offices in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, & Oman

Government body that aims to promote arts & culture; located in Dubai; site has information on cultural centres & foundations, libraries, fine arts, theatre, music, cinema, media organisations etc

Government institution in charge of safeguarding, conserving & promoting the heritage & culture of Abu Dhabi; activities include encouraging artistic creativity, safeguarding cultural assets, developing museums etc; located at the National Archive

Organisation that aims to promote French language and culture; offers French language courses, hosts events on music, books, cinema & art, offers DELF & DALF diplomas etc; site has information on studying in France

Non-profit organisation established to advance classical music, the arts, culture and creativity among the nationals and residents of Abu Dhabi

Theatre company that has been presenting plays in Dubai for the past 25 years; run on a not-for-profit basis

Multi-sector effort to create new opportunities for the people of the UAE; aims to enhance the quality of education, promote initiatives in research & development, develop arts & culture, & promote community building & environmental protection

Web site of Emirates writers; has chapters in Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah; site is in Arabic