- Darb 1718
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Darb 1718 is an Egyptian contemporary art and culture center located in the Fustat area of Old Cairo.[1] It is a registered non-profit, charity, organization with the stated mission of being “a trampoline to advance the burgeoning contemporary art movement in Egypt.”[2] It also aims at presenting local and international contemporary art, archiving artwork and maintaining a comprehensive database of art in Egypt and the MENA area, as well as acting as an educational front through providing workshops, projects and film screenings.[3] The center also aims to engage the local Fustat community through community service and outreach programs.[4] Darb was founded in November 2008[5] by Moataz Nasr, painter, sculptor, multi-media artist and self proclaimed cultural activist.[6]
References
- ^ http://www.darb1718.com/Pages/ShowPage.aspx?pageid=6
- ^ http://www.darb1718.com/Pages/ShowPage.aspx?pageid=6
- ^ http://www.ecooptionsegypt.com/?p=1580
- ^ http://www.ecooptionsegypt.com/?p=1580
- ^ http://www.egypttoday.com/article.aspx?ArticleID=8479
- ^ http://www.darb1718.com/Pages/ShowPage.aspx?pageid=7
External links
Categories:- Art museums and galleries in Egypt
- Buildings and structures in Cairo
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