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Hammour House Expo 2020 Workshops
One-of-a-kind community art project Hammour House curated by Ahmed Al Enezi brings together fishermen, scientists, artists, school students, and a number of institutions at Expo 2020 Dubai to showcase a selection of visually striking and emotionally inspiring installations
on-site at Expo 2020 Dubai.
thejamjar has actively collaborated with Hammour House at Expo 2020 Dubai since 2019, conducting workshops for Expo 2020's Schools Programmes, managing commissions for artwork production and installation in collaboration with our sister company 17A Art Consultants, and will further collaborate on select workshops as part of the Hammour House Public Programme through the duration of Expo.
As part of its on-going engagement with Hammour House, thejamjar will present a
Making-of-Hammour-House Expo 2020 Dubai exhibition at thejamjar titled 'Parallel Revival' curated by Ichraq Bouzidi of 17A Art Consultants from 22 September 2021 till 31 March 2022.
Below is a complete listing of the Hammour House Public Programme from 1 Oct 2021 to 31 March 2022 taking place at various locations near the Opportunity and Terra Pavilions
Download Press Release for the launch of Hammour House at Expo 2020 Dubai here
Deep dive into a one-of-kind community art project. Download How to build your own Hammour House.
Should you create your own community art project, don't forget to tag #HammourHouse and #YOURPROJECTHouse
The below classes are only accessible with the purchase of an Expo 2020 entrance ticket. Register here
Click here to download a beautiful Archive of 608 artworks created by 2,835 children from 118 schools in the UAE, for the Hammour House at Expo 2020 Dubai.
*Scroll down to view our Classes and Workshops.
Hammour House Art Workshops – Showcase your artwork on site!
Date & Time
November 12 , November 13 , & November 26 / 1:30pm - 3:30pm
December 3, & December 17 / 1:30pm - 3:30pm
January 7, January 21 & January 22 / 1:30pm - 3:30pm
February 12, & February 18 / 1:30pm - 3:30pm
March 11, & March 25 / 1:30pm - 3:30pm
"Limited Capacity. To book seats please click on the desired dates above.
Price: FREE
Location: Opportunity Forum
Address: Opportunity Pavilion, closest access is from Opportunity Arrival Plaza
Join us on a creative & fun experience in our workshops where you’ll be the artists! Learn how to make sustainable paper & use it to sculpt & paint corals. Your creations will become part of our on-site art installation! Recommended for ages 14 & up.
Hammour House Drop-in Knitting
Date & Time
1 November 2021 - 31 March 2022 / Daily from 10:00am to 6:00pm
*No prior registration required. This workshop is only accessible with the purchase of an
Expo 2020 entrance ticket. Click here to purchase your ticket.
Price: FREE
Location: Opportunity Forum
Address: Opportunity Pavilion, closest access is from Opportunity Arrival Plaza
Join us for a hands-on creative experience where knitting artists from our community will guide you on how to use finger knitting technique to create beautiful creatures from under the sea! Recommended for families & youngsters.
Hammour House Music Program in Partnership with Centre for Musical Arts (CMA)
Date & Time
February 25 / 1:30pm - 7:30pm / Forum Space
March 19 / 10:00am - 2:15pm / Forum Space
March 26 / 5:30pm - 7:15pm / Forum Space
March 26 / 7:30pm - 9:15pm / Forum Space
"Limited Capacity. To book seats please click on the desired dates above.
Price: FREE
Location: Opportunity Forum
Address: Opportunity Pavilion, closest access is from Opportunity Arrival Plaza
Musical performances by students of Centre for Musical Arts will take you on a journey inspired by our oceans & characters from the sea. Listen to popular musical pieces as well an exclusive composition for Hammour House. Recommended for everyone!
Hammour House Quilting Days
Date & Time
December 24 / 3:00pm - 8:00pm
January 14 / 3:00pm - 8:00pm
February 11 / 3:00pm - 8:00pm
March 18 / 3:00pm - 8:00pm
"To register please click on the desired dates above.
Price: FREE
Location: Opportunity Forum
Address: Opportunity Pavilion, closest access is from Opportunity Arrival Plaza
Ever wanted to try quilting? Artists from our community, will guide you to use a sewing machine, beautiful fabrics, and get working! Whether an expert or just curious, come quilt something inspired by marine life! Recommended for ages 14 & up.
Hammour House Wildlife Inspiration Series by EAD
Date & Time
November 21 & November 25 / 10:00am - 1:30pm
February 4 / 10:00am - 1:30pm
March 18 / 5:00pm - 9:00pm
"Limited Capacity. To book seats please click on the desired dates above.
Price: FREE
Location: Terra Auditorium
Dive deeper into the science & marvels of our oceans & terrestrial environment, presented to you by a collection of experts. View engaging & entertaining nature and wildlife screenings of marvelous documentaries by the Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi.
Hammour House Talk Series
Date & Time
November 21 / 1:30pm - 3:00pm
February 4 / 1:30pm - 3:00pm
March 14 / 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Price: FREE
Location: Terra Auditorium
The community collectively inspire collaborations to express Environmental themes in an artistic & thought provoking process. Discover our publications & how you can participate in making change towards a better future! Recommended for ages 14 & up.
Hammour House Artist Takeover
Date & Time
December 4 / 4:00pm - 6:00pm , December 10 / 4:00pm - 6:00pm ,
January 8 / 1:00pm - 3:00pm & February 26 / 1:30pm - 3:30pm
November 5 , November 12 , November 19 & November 25 / 6:00pm - 8:00pm
December 2 / 6:00pm - 8:00pm , December 15 / 2:00pm - 4:00pm ,
December 19 / 3:00pm - 5:00pm & December 25 / 3:00pm - 5:00pm
January 6 , January 15 , January 22 & January 27 / 6:00pm - 8:00pm
February 4 , February 10 , February 18 & February 26 / 6:00pm - 8:00pm
March 4 , March 10 , March 19 & March 31 / 6:00pm - 8:00pm
"Limited Capacity. To book seats please click on the desired dates above.
Price: FREE
Location: Opportunity Forum
Address: Opportunity Pavilion, closest access is from Opportunity Arrival Plaza
Celebrated UAE-based artists invite you to unlock your creativity in a series of art workshops, sharing their materiality, passion, and art process to create beautiful pieces together, inspired by Hammour House. Recommended for ages 14 & up.