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Saudi Arabia and the UK Celebrate Cultural Connections through Art:

Saudi Arabia and the UK Celebrate Cultural Connections through Art:

Saudi Arabia's Royal Institute of Traditional Arts (WRTH) and the UK have collaborated on an initiative called "A Shared Heritage of Two Kingdoms." This project celebrates the role of art in bridging cultures and was launched at the GREAT Futures Initiative Conference in Riyadh on May 14 and 15.
The event featured workshops and activities showcasing traditional practices like Najdi wooden doors and sadu weaving by artists from both countries.

The campaign will continue in London with a similar workshop at the Victoria and Albert Museum on May 16, focusing on the art of creating traditional Saudi doors to promote cross-cultural understanding and artistic exchange.

The "Two Kingdoms" event kicked off with various workshops and activities in Riyadh's King Abdullah Financial District.

The campaign will conclude at the Wrth headquarters on May 18, where a jewelry embroidery workshop by British artist Harriet Frances will be held for local artists.

UK Culture Secretary Lucy Frazer expressed the value of the Royal College of Art's knowledge and the desire to share it while learning from Saudi artists in the fields of arts, architecture, and design.

The campaign aligns with World Cultural Diversity Day on May 21, supporting the Wrth's mission to preserve traditional arts and empower artists.

The Wrth, or the Royal Saudi Cultural Mission, has been promoting Saudi Arabia's cultural heritage for over 30 years.

Through arts education, exhibitions, and global exchange programs, the institute aims to disseminate and recognize traditional arts.

The Wrth's mission aligns with Saudi Vision 2030, which seeks to represent Saudi Arabian culture by showcasing the history of traditional artworks.

The institute highlights the shared values among humans, transcending language, culture, and customs.
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