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Bahraini artists to create sculptures for new Passenger Terminal Building

by BTM

Sun, 12 July 2020

Bahraini artists to create sculptures for new Passenger Terminal Building

Ten of Bahrain’s leading sculptors will be creating sculptures for the new Passenger Terminal building through the Bahrain International Airport Marble Sculpture symposium. 

The artists will be transforming huge blocks of marble into compositions depicting Bahrain’s heritage, culture, and closely knit societal fabric. The symposium is sure to emphasise Bahrain's rich artistic heritage, as well as its major artistic and cultural contributions.

The new terminal will house two galleries which will regularly display Bahraini antiques and art. Moreover, Souq Al Qaisarya will feature a broad selection of local products, food and beverage outlets, Bahraini jewelry, an art gallery, and a theatre, enabling passengers to experience the Kingdom without having to set foot outside the airport. 

The initiative, organised by BAC and Hind Gallery, is taking place in a facility near the airport equipped with all the materials and tools the artists need to craft their creations. Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications and Bahrain Airport Company (BAC) Chairman, Kamal bin Ahmed Mohammed, paid a visit to the symposium and was briefed on the project by the artists. 

“This symposium is an opportunity to showcase the talent of Bahraini artists who, through their participation in local and international exhibitions, have displayed their work at several world-famous venues. It also highlights the strong presence of local artists within the new terminal,” HE the minister said.

The symposium is part of a comprehensive art programme that will transform the new terminal into an area where art meets architecture, offering visitors a distinct travel experience. “Every element of the new facility’s design has been carefully considered to reflect Bahrain’s culture and heritage. With its unique design elements and enjoyable atmosphere, the new terminal is envisioned to become a popular attraction for tourists in and of itself,” he highlighted.

The sculptors participating in the three-week project expressed pride in their participation in the initiative that will turn the Bahrain International Airport into a small museum showcasing the Kingdom’s heritage.

The new terminal is a key component of the Airport Modernization Program (AMP), one of the most important development projects in the Kingdom’s history. The AMP will elevate BIA’s infrastructure, facilities, and services, transforming it into a world-class boutique airport and a key driver of national economic growth.

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