The Museums Commission was established in February 2020.

The Museums Commission plays a leading role in developing and regulating this key sector, introducing the Kingdom’s identity, history, heritage, and culture to a broad audience. The Commission establishes and operates museums in line with international best practices, safeguards and exhibits collections with the highest standards, and encourages investment to support the development of the sector. Through its pioneering initiatives and programmes, the Commission aims to increase museum visitorship amongst locals, residents and tourists, enhancing the Museums sector’s recognition in the Kingdom and abroad. 

Establish museums and cultural centers of Saudi Arabia as inspiring destinations and drivers of cultural and social engagement for citizens, residents and visitors. 

Protect, promote and present the heritage of Saudi Arabia and the rest of the world for the purposes of study, education and enjoyment, positioning the Kingdom on the global cultural stage at the highest quality standards.

Ibrahim Al-Sanousi is the Acting CEO of the Museums Commission.

Sector Culture Contribution:

1. Enrich institutions and collections and valorize existing patrimony.

2. Expand museum coverage through high-quality institutions.

3. Increase museum visitorship amongst locals and tourists.

4. Raise the overall sector budget and optimize spending efficiency.

 

Sector Activities:

1. Develop flagship and regional museums with varied typologies and patrimony.

2. Safeguard and exhibit collections with the highest standards.

3. Create educational and entertaining experiences accessible to all.

4. Attract museums, cultural and artistic centers' visitors and recognition from the Kingdom and abroad.

 

Enablers:

1. Develop a qualified and professional museum workforce.

2. Ensure required funding support and incentivize third-party contributions.

3. Build partnerships to address museum sector opportunities and enable value creation.

4. Enact licensing and regulation.