Muharraq Nights 2025 showcases Bahrain’s heritage, says Minister

TDT | Manama

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Rawan bint Najeeb Tawfiqi, Youth Affairs Minister, said the fourth edition of Muharraq Nights has once again highlighted the festival’s role as a vibrant cultural landmark celebrating Bahrain’s heritage and identity. She praised the active contribution of young Bahrainis, whose ideas and initiatives continue to breathe new life into the festival, presenting national traditions in innovative, contemporary ways.

The minister made her remarks during a visit to the Mahmood Ismail Al Saa’ati Museum at Bait Jamsheer, held as part of the festival and attended by members of the national “Laame’” project. She was briefed by Mohamed Akbar Al Saa’ati, who shared the legacy of his grandfather, Mahmood Ismail Al Saa’ati, a pioneering figure credited with introducing cinema to Bahrain. He also highlighted his grandfather’s contributions to early sound recordings, watchmaking, and other cultural trades.

Minister Tawfiqi commended the Al Saa’ati family for preserving and presenting this important chapter of Bahrain’s story, noting that their work reflects the creativity of Bahraini youth and provides visitors with meaningful insight into the Kingdom’s cultural evolution.