Unique Exhibition at Qatar National Library Offers Insight Into Impact of World War I

Press release

Published November 11th, 2018 - 06:57 GMT

Visitors from across Qatar are encouraged to visit the exhibition, which runs until 20 November.

As the world comes together to observe the 100^th anniversary of the end of World War I, a unique exhibition at Qatar National Library sheds light on the various dimensions of the war, and its impact on families, arts and culture.

Visitors from across Qatar are encouraged to visit the exhibition, which runs until 20 November, to learn about the lasting impact that the war had on society.

The exhibition, entitled, ‘1918: War is Over,’ is organized by Qatar National Library, the French Embassy in Qatar, and the French Institute of Doha. Rare historical items from Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Al Thani Museum are also displayed at the exhibition.

Background Information

Qatar National Library

Qatar National Library acts as a steward of Qatar’s national heritage by collecting, preserving and making available the country’s recorded history. In its role as a research library with a preeminent heritage library, the Library fosters and promotes greater global insight into the history and culture of the Gulf region. As a public library, we provide equal access for all of Qatar's residents to an environment that supports creativity, independent decision-making, and cultural development. Through all our functions, we provide leadership to the country’s library and cultural heritage sector.