A free online week of live workshops, talks and demonstrations on Islamic art, including Arabic calligraphy, geometry and patterns.
Saturday 14 – Friday 20 November 2026 · times in GMT
Islamic Art Week is a seven-day online programme run by the Global Centre of Islamic Art. Sessions are streamed live, so you can join from anywhere in the world.
The programme covers Islamic geometry, plant-based patterns, Arabic calligraphy and applied arts such as woodwork, paper and ceramics. Watching live is free; replay access is sold separately.
For the full schedule and to get a free ticket, visit the organiser's website.
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