Muharraq: Rawan bint Najeeb Tawfiqi, Youth Affairs Minister, stated that the fourth edition of Muharraq Nights has once again underscored the festival’s role as a prominent cultural landmark celebrating Bahrain’s heritage and identity. She emphasized the significant contribution of young Bahrainis, whose ideas and initiatives continue to revitalize the festival and present national traditions in innovative, contemporary ways.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the minister made her remarks during a visit to the Mahmood Ismail Al Saa’ati Museum at Bait Jamsheer, which was part of the festival and attended by members of the national ‘Laame” project. She was briefed by Mohamed Akbar Al Saa’ati, a member of the project, who discussed the legacy of his grandfather, Mahmood Ismail Al Saa’ati. He is recognized as a pioneering figure who introduced cinema to Bahrain and made significant contributions to the cultural scene, including early sound recordings and his work in watchmaking and related trades.
Minister Tawfiqi praised the Al Saa’ati family for their efforts in preserving and presenting this important chapter of Bahrain’s history, noting that their work reflects the creativity and initiative of Bahraini youth. It offers visitors a meaningful insight into the Kingdom’s cultural evolution.
She further added that showcasing such heritage within one of Bahrain’s key cultural festivals demonstrates a growing awareness among young people of the importance of preserving national identity while presenting it in a form that resonates with modern audiences. She stressed the importance of sustaining this work so it can serve as a lasting model for preserving Bahrain’s collective memory.
During the visit, the minister also emphasized the need to continue presenting Bahraini heritage in ways that combine authenticity with innovation, reflecting the imagination and enthusiasm of young people in keeping national identity alive and relevant.