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Zayed National Museum

Foster + Partners' falcon-winged museum on Saadiyat Cultural District, opened December 2025, telling the UAE's national story across five soaring solar towers.

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AnnouncedBreaking GroundConstructionOpening SoonNow Open
2019
Start
2025
Completion
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Open since 2025.

The story so far
Announced 2019 est.
Broke ground 2019
Opened 2025
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Developer & design
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Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi
Design
Foster + Partners
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Frequently asked

Where is Zayed National Museum located?

Zayed National Museum is located in Abu Dhabi.

Is Zayed National Museum open?

Zayed National Museum is now open. It was completed in 2025.

Who is developing Zayed National Museum?

Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi is the developer behind Zayed National Museum.

Who designed Zayed National Museum?

Zayed National Museum was designed by Foster + Partners.