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Apr 2018
42m 11s

Sharjah Art Foundation

Tea With Culture
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In this episode we have Nawar Al Qasimi, the Development Manager at Sharjah Art Foundation. She shares with us the history and role of the foundation, how it is funded and its different initiatives over the years. Located in Sharjah’s historic Art and Heritage Areas, Sharjah Art Foundation's activities and events take place throughout the year and include e ... Show More
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