It was developed as a result of a ten-year collaboration between the Ministry of Heritage and Culture, the Royal Estate Affairs of Oman, Jasper Jacob Associates (J.J.A.
[1] It was designed to be the Sultanate's flagship cultural institution, showcasing the nation's heritage from the earliest human settlement in the Oman Peninsula some two million years ago through to the present day.
[2] Its curator, Mouza Sulaiman Mohamed Al-Wardi, is part of an international team exploring the legacy of Oman's silverwork tradition, where historically women were also silversmiths.
[2] [3][4] The museum is equipped with infrastructure for 43 digital immersive experiences, a learning center, conservation facilities, an ultra-high-definition cinema,[5] and discovery areas for children.
Maritime History Arms and Armour Civilisation in the Making Aflaj Currency Timeline Bat, al-Khutm and al-Ayn Land of Frankincense Prehistory and Ancient History Splendours of Islam Oman and the World The Renaissance Intangible Heritage Conservation Facilities Temporary Exhibitions Gallery Collections Gallery (Open Storage Concept) Café Gift Shop Media related to National Museum (Oman) at Wikimedia Commons