Museum of Omani Heritage

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Museum of Omani Heritage
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Museum of Omani Heritage
Established1974;50 years ago (1974)
LocationAl Alam Street, Muscat, Oman
TypeHeritage museum
DirectorMinistry of Heritage and Culture

The Museum of Omani Heritage or Omani Heritage Gallery is a heritage museum, located near the Ministry of Information on Al Alam Street, Muscat, Oman.

The museum opened on 17 November 1974, and has a detailed collection of archaeological objects and information including architecture, agriculture and minerals, trade routes, dhows, firearms, and art and crafts of Oman. [1]

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References

  1. "Museum of Omani Heritage". Omanet.om. Retrieved January 18, 2009.

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