Discover MIA
About the Galleries
Our permanent collection galleries are organised according to broad historical and cultural themes, periods and geography, and explore the great traditions of Islamic craftsmanship.
The Collection
Learn more about one of the world’s greatest collections of Islamic art.
Learn
MIA connects teachers, students, adults and lifelong learners to a range of curriculum areas through historic works of Islamic art.
What's On
Find out about upcoming exhibitions and events at MIA.
Featured Story
Our interactive stories, videos, interviews and slideshows spotlight MIA's unparalleled collection highlights.
Exhibition
A Seat at the Table: Food & Feasting in the Islamic World
Until 8 November 2025
Activity
Escape Room: The Banquet of Secrets
1 July–20 December 2025
Children and Youth
Workshop
Nasta'liq Calligraphy (Beginners)
12, 22 and 29 July 2025
Families and children
Activity
Family Day: Wooden Treasures | Discovering MIA’s Collection
12 July 2025 | 3 - 5pm
Teens
Programme
Planet Teens Club
15 July 2025 | 4 - 5pm
Adults
Open call
Ektashif Uzbekistan
Submission deadline: 17 July 2025
Explore MIA Virtually
Audio Guides
Explore MIA’s comprehensive collections of Islamic art through our audio guide tours, available in multiple languages.
3D Tour
This virtual tour allows visitors to contemplate the objects closely and from all angles and dimensions, to view their history, and to learn information about each work in a seamless way.