mobanmarketDubai: In celebration of the UAE’s 48th National Day, Gulf News is taking you on a tour through Etihad Museum and Union House to look through the history of the UAE.
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The Etihad Museum is spread over 26,000 square meters and is located adjacent to the Union House. The entrance of the museum is designed in the shape of a manuscript with seven columns that simulate the pen used to sign the UAE declaration.
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The museum includes permanent and temporary halls, a theatre, an educational area, a recreational area, administrative offices and car parking. It’s made up of eight permanent galleries, in addition to a temporary gallery to exhibit items from international museums.
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The exhibitions are mostly experience-driven while the programmes are interactive.
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The museum’s collection includes objects and documents related to the events of the formation of the UAE nation.
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Location: Jumeirah 1, across from 2nd of December Street, Dubai
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Cost: Dh25 per adult
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Contact: 04 5155771
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Must see: The Planting the Union exhibition, a holographic film that highlights the meeting between the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan and the late Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum.
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The movie is narrated by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai.
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