About Darat Safeya Binzagr Jeddah
Looking for unique Jeddah Tourist Places? Head over to Darat Safeya Binzagr, a private boutique gallery named after the Saudi founder Safeya Binzagr. Amongst the best art galleries in Jeddah, the gallery is the permanent residence of the paintings of this highly acclaimed Saudi painter, and exhibits a huge collection of the artist’s works.
The gallery has been divided into different themed sections, such as her nuptial series, children’s games collection, hunting and fishing collection, architectural heritage, daily activities and occupations, watercolours, pastels, traditional jewellery and costumes, etc.
The gallery also plays host to various exhibitions of works by local as well as international artists. You can also find research libraries and gift shops here.
Darat Safeya Binzagr Jeddah Highlights
• The Darat offers drawing and painting classes, and many free monthly lectures on art and culture. For those interested in Hejazi art and history, Darat Safeya Binzagr is a treasure trove.
• A private gallery, it perfectly exemplifies the standards of international galleries while significantly impacting the local art scene.
• In addition to a permanent collection of Safeya's work, the museum houses a priceless collection of vintage clothing, tools, and textiles that date back more than a century.
• It fulfills Binzagr's primary goal of enlightening the people of modern Jeddah about their ancestral ties.
• The mission of Darat Safeya is to broaden the notion of creativity and art in Saudi society.
