# Sharjah Art Museum — Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

> Sharjah Art Museum opened in 1997 in the city's Heritage and Arts Area. Its three-storey building was inspired by traditional Sharjah townhouses with windcatchers and shaded courtyards.

## Visitor facts
- Opening hours: Saturday to Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Friday: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Admission: ✓ Free standard admission
- Address: Al Mareija, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
- Time needed: 1.5–2 hours
- Official website: https://sharjahmuseums.ae/en-US/Our-Museums/Sharjah-Art-Museum
- Facts verified: 2026-06-30

## Highlights
- Barjeel Foundation Collection — Modern Arab artists · 20th century
- Orientalist Paintings — European artists · 19th century
- Contemporary Gulf Art — Various · 21st century
- Calligraphy and Islamic Art — Various · historical to modern

## FAQ
**Is admission free?**
Yes, all Sharjah Museums Authority venues offer free entry.

**When is the Sharjah Biennial?**
The biennial typically runs from February to June in odd-numbered years.

**How long should I spend at Sharjah Art Museum?**
Plan 2–3 hours for the highlights. Add time for temporary exhibitions, the museum shop, and café.

**What is Sharjah Art Museum best known for?**
Sharjah Art Museum opened in 1997 in the city's Heritage and Arts Area. Its three-storey building was inspired by traditional Sharjah townhouses with windcatchers and shaded courtyards. Key highlights include Barjeel Foundation modern Arab art, Sharjah Biennial venue, Orientalist nineteenth-century painting.

**How do I get tickets for Sharjah Art Museum?**
✓ Free standard admission Tickets are usually available on the day, but booking online saves queue time in peak season. Official site: https://sharjahmuseums.ae/en-US/Our-Museums/Sharjah-Art-Museum

**Is admission really free?**
Yes — all Sharjah Museums Authority venues offer free entry, including the Art Museum, Islamic Civilization Museum, and others in the Heritage Area.

**Can I combine with other Sharjah museums?**
Yes — the Museum of Islamic Civilization, Calligraphy Museum, and Heritage Museum are all within walking distance in the Arts Area.


Source: https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/sharjah-art-museum/ — World Museum Guide, independent and ad-free.