Qasr Al Hosn is one of the oldest heritage sites in Abu Dhabi. It is made up of two iconic buildings, the Inner Fort, which was erected all the way back around 1795 and the Outer Palace, which was built in the 1940s. Not only is the building iconic but it has also witnessed some iconic events as well as people - the ruling family once called Qasr Al Hosn home.
The site will now be divided up into Qasr Al Hosn Fort, the Cultural Foundation, the National Consultative Council building and the House of Artisans. The Cultural Foundation will be home to a performing arts programme for residents. The site will also feature a theatre and children’s library, which will open in 2019.
“Qasr Al Hosn retraces the history of the city of Abu Dhabi, our very first building. It stands as a constant in our evolving city. It is a testament to the heart and spirit of our people and the repository of our collective memories, and its reopening is a key moment for both the citizens of Abu Dhabi and the wider UAE,” said Mohammad Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of DCT Abu Dhabi.
“In addition, we are thrilled to reopen the Cultural Foundation, which has always played an integral role in the cultural scene of Abu Dhabi, the UAE and the region. With the Al Hosn site, we look to foster a sense of community and make a home for Emirati culture. It is a place to both reflect on our past and embrace the present, as we look to shape Abu Dhabi’s future,” he added.