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The Qatar Museums (QM)〔(QM unveils new logo, name and brand ), 19 May 2014〕 is the lead body for museums in Qatar. Established in 2005 by Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, former Emir of the State of Qatar, the QM aims to combine the resources of all museums in Qatar, providing a comprehensive organization for museum development and establishing an effective system for collecting, protecting, preserving and interpreting historic sites, monuments,and artifacts.〔(Archaeological discovery in western Qatar sheds new light on early man ) in the Gulf Times, 7 September 2008〕 Chaired by Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the QM seeks to engage and connect diverse audiences – nationally and internationally – with a program that welcomes the world to Doha.〔(Invitation to enter the first International Curate Award competition )〕 During the years, the scope of activities of the QM widened and it soon became the managing body of an ambitious plan that aims to make Qatar a world class cultural destination, notably in modern and contemporary art.〔(Qatar revealed as the world’s biggest contemporary art buyer )〕 The QM was the bid leader for Qatar's successful candidature to join the UNESCO World Heritage Committee in 2011.〔(Qatar wins seat to join Unesco heritage panel ) in the Gulf Times, 16 November 2011〕 Qatar also had its first World Heritage site, Al Zubarah Archaeological Site, inscribed during the afternoon session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee on 22 June 2013 in Phom Penh, Cambodia.〔(Qatar and Fiji get their first World Heritage sites as World Heritage Committee makes six additions to UNESCO List ), 22 June 2013〕 In addition to the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA), Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art, the QM currently oversees MIA Park, QM Gallery at Katara, ALRIWAQ DOHA Exhibition Space, the Al Zubarah World Heritage Site Visitor Centre,〔(Qatar’s history on show as Al Zubarah opened to public )〕 and archaeological projects throughout Qatar, as well as the development of future projects and museums that will highlight its collections and areas of activity of interest to the Qatari people, including Orientalist art, photography, sports, children’s education, and wildlife conservation. Future projects include the opening of the Fire Station: Artists in Residence in 2014 〔(Doha Fire Station to turn into hub for local artists, March 10, 2014 )〕 and the launch of the highly anticipated National Museum of Qatar. It is important to note that the scope of actions of the QM goes beyond developing museums and art galleries and restoring archaeological sites to other activities, such as organizing and sponsoring various events locally and internationally. Notable examples of these are: the organization of the Doha Tribeca Film Festival ==Objectives== The QM's purpose as an organisation is to be a cultural instigator for the creation generation. The QM is committed to instigating Qatar’s future generation of arts, heritage and museum professionals. At its core is a commitment to nurturing artistic talent, creating opportunities and developing the skills to service Qatar’s emerging art economy. By means of a multi-faceted program and public art initiatives, QM seeks to push the boundaries of the traditional museum model, and create cultural experiences that spill out onto the streets and seek to involve the widest possible audiences. Through a strong emphasis on originating art and culture from within and fostering a spirit of national participation, QM is helping Qatar find its own distinctive voice in today’s global cultural debates.〔(Qatar Museums reveals new identity ), 18 May 2014〕 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Qatar Museums Authority」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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