A building facade features a prominent sign with large blue letters spelling 'ART' and a red neon sign above it displaying 'GALLERY.' The architectural style is indicated by brick walls and arched windows. There is a secondary sign suggesting the presence of a bar and kitchen inside.
A building facade features a prominent sign with large blue letters spelling 'ART' and a red neon sign above it displaying 'GALLERY.' The architectural style is indicated by brick walls and arched windows. There is a secondary sign suggesting the presence of a bar and kitchen inside.

Gallery

Explore the vibrant art and culture of Basra, Iraq.

A mural depicts a tree with a trunk and branches, creatively painted on a textured wall. Above the tree, large, bold letters read 'SAVE NATURE SAVE CULTURE' with the words 'NATURE' and 'CULTURE' prominently displayed in green and yellow, respectively. The background features a natural setting with trees visible above the wall.
A mural depicts a tree with a trunk and branches, creatively painted on a textured wall. Above the tree, large, bold letters read 'SAVE NATURE SAVE CULTURE' with the words 'NATURE' and 'CULTURE' prominently displayed in green and yellow, respectively. The background features a natural setting with trees visible above the wall.
A modern art museum building with large glass windows, through which a giant sculpture of a humanoid figure with a colorful outfit is visible. The foreground features a staircase with bright circular bokeh lights creating a dreamy, out-of-focus effect.
A modern art museum building with large glass windows, through which a giant sculpture of a humanoid figure with a colorful outfit is visible. The foreground features a staircase with bright circular bokeh lights creating a dreamy, out-of-focus effect.

Cultural Projects

Explore our diverse projects celebrating art and culture in Basra.

A large outdoor space featuring a modern brick building with the word 'ARTCY' prominently displayed. A giant sculpture of a dog with sunglasses is positioned on top of the building. Several people are seated at tables on the patio in front of the building, which is decorated with plants and signage. The area has a casual, artistic vibe.
A large outdoor space featuring a modern brick building with the word 'ARTCY' prominently displayed. A giant sculpture of a dog with sunglasses is positioned on top of the building. Several people are seated at tables on the patio in front of the building, which is decorated with plants and signage. The area has a casual, artistic vibe.
Art Exhibition

Showcasing local artists and their unique creative expressions.

A concrete structure with arches frames a wall displaying a colorful graphic design featuring various segmented images and text in Chinese, alongside English words like 'LIFE' and 'AESTHETICS'. Several bags, including a polka-dotted duffel and a suitcase, are lined up in front of the wall. A cat is strolling along the edge of the platform.
A concrete structure with arches frames a wall displaying a colorful graphic design featuring various segmented images and text in Chinese, alongside English words like 'LIFE' and 'AESTHETICS'. Several bags, including a polka-dotted duffel and a suitcase, are lined up in front of the wall. A cat is strolling along the edge of the platform.
Community Workshops

Engaging locals in art through hands-on creative experiences.

An art gallery featuring a collection of sculptures and paintings. The sculptures are displayed on black platforms and include abstract forms and figures. The wall in the background is lined with artworks, including black and white portraits and a large abstract painting with orange and grey elements. The ceiling has modern linear lights, creating a contemporary ambiance.
An art gallery featuring a collection of sculptures and paintings. The sculptures are displayed on black platforms and include abstract forms and figures. The wall in the background is lined with artworks, including black and white portraits and a large abstract painting with orange and grey elements. The ceiling has modern linear lights, creating a contemporary ambiance.
A modern art gallery features various framed artworks displayed along white walls. Two individuals are viewing the art, one standing and the other seated. A third person is blurred, suggesting movement. The floors are made of polished wood, and the atmosphere is serene and contemplative.
A modern art gallery features various framed artworks displayed along white walls. Two individuals are viewing the art, one standing and the other seated. A third person is blurred, suggesting movement. The floors are made of polished wood, and the atmosphere is serene and contemplative.
Cultural Events

Bringing together communities to celebrate heritage and creativity.

Art Installations

Transforming public spaces with inspiring artistic expressions.

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woman wearing yellow long-sleeved dress under white clouds and blue sky during daytime

Qantara Foundation beautifully showcases cultural artistry; a must-visit for anyone passionate about art in Basra.

Laila M.

A modern, white building with the words Taipei Fine Arts Museum on the facade. The structure features clean lines and large windows, with lamp posts and banners at the entrance. Trees and shrubs add greenery around the museum.
A modern, white building with the words Taipei Fine Arts Museum on the facade. The structure features clean lines and large windows, with lamp posts and banners at the entrance. Trees and shrubs add greenery around the museum.

My experience at Qantara Foundation was transformative, connecting deeply with the rich heritage of Basra's art.

Omar T.

A modern art gallery with people viewing framed text-based artworks on a white wall. One person is taking a photo of the artworks while others are looking at them. A blurred figure is walking past in the foreground.
A modern art gallery with people viewing framed text-based artworks on a white wall. One person is taking a photo of the artworks while others are looking at them. A blurred figure is walking past in the foreground.
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