Qatar National Library Unveils Diverse Cultural & Educational Events for September 2025

Doha, Qatar — 21 August 2025 — Qatar National Library (QNL) has announced an exciting lineup of cultural and educational events this September, offering a unique blend of lectures, workshops, conferences, film screenings, and musical performances aimed at fostering learning and cultural exchange.

Highlights of the September 2025 program include:

Key Events

• 2 Sept — “In the Footsteps of an Ottoman Traveler”

  
  

  📍 Heritage Library | Lecture by Seymen Bozaslan, exploring the travels of 17th-century explorer Evliya Celebi. Features a rare four-meter-long manuscript map from QNL’s collection.

• 6 Sept — The Power of Visual Storytelling for Palestine

  
  

  🎥 Evening of short documentary screenings by Mo’men Ghanim followed by a panel discussion.

• 7–11 Sept — Arabic Sign Language Training

  
  

  ✍️ QNL’s first-ever five-day course on inclusive communication skills and sign language.

• 10 & 11 Sept — Parents-to-Be Virtual Forum

  
  

  👶 Expert-led sessions offering guidance on early childhood care and parenting tips.

• 11 & 30 Sept — Librarians for Libraries Series

  
  

  🤖 Online sessions exploring AI in libraries, including Artificial Intelligence in Libraries and Using AI to Enhance Research.

• 16 Sept — Science Book Forum with Dr. Rana Dajani

  
  

  🌟 Lecture on redefining success, innovation, and resilience for women in STEM.

• 18 Sept — Young Adults’ Book Club

  
  

  📚 Discussion with Qatari author Shamma Al-Kuwari on her award-winning novel Shaheen.

• 21–24 Sept — 4th Doha Conference on Combating Illicit Trafficking of Cultural Property

  
  

  🏛️ Organized in partnership with UNESCO and global diplomatic missions to discuss heritage protection and international collaboration.

• 25 & 27 Sept — Cultural Mosaic Photography Workshop

  
  

  📸 Documentary photography training using smartphones, led by Mo’men Ghanim.

• 25 Sept — Philharmonic at the Library Concert

  
  

  🎶 Vuelvo al Sur — a special musical program celebrating the Qatar-Argentina-Chile 2025 Year of Culture, featuring chamber works from both countries.

QNL encourages community members to register early and make the most of this vibrant September calendar. For event details and registration, visit www.qnl.qa/en/events or download the QNL mobile app on the App Store or Google Play.