Explore the UAE’s rich maritime legacy at Delma Island’s historic museum
Get ready to dive into the UAE’s incredible pearl-diving past!
In partnership with the Abu Dhabi Pearls Centre, Abu Dhabi Pearl Week at Delma Museum brings history to life with stories, hands-on fun, and a fresh look at one of the nation’s oldest traditions.”
Revived through immersive, educational experiences and forward-thinking sustainability practices, this unique event takes place from 8-14 September.
The event invites visitors of all ages to explore one of the region’s most treasured traditions.
Delma Island, once a thriving pearl-diving hub, now plays host to a week of storytelling, hands-on workshops, and interactive displays that celebrate the UAE’s maritime past and its relevance to the future.
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Expect engaging sessions on traditional diving techniques, tools of the trade, and the evolving role of pearls in Emirati identity.
Kids and adults alike will find opportunities to create, learn, and connect with the values of heritage, sustainability, and national pride.
Whether you’re a heritage enthusiast or simply curious, Abu Dhabi Pearl Week is a rare chance to step back in time, while looking forward.
8 to 14 September 2025, Delma Museum, Delma Island, Saturday to Thursday: 10 am – 6 pm, Friday: 2 pm – 6 pm
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