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Ruq'ah beginners (Women)

Past Event

8 - 11 February 2026

Workshop will take place at the Education Centre in MIA.

Free to attend, registration is required

Participants should attend every session

Learn one of the most common types of Arabic calligraphy script.

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Developed at the Ottoman court, Ruq'ah script was broadly used in daily communications, magazines and book covers, because of its clarity and simplicity.

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Please note: Registration closing for all MIA art workshops is four days before the start date. Register early to avoid disappointment.

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