kanoo Museum
Manama Souq, Bahrain
Opening soon 2025
Housed within the historic former headquarters of the Yousuf Bin Ahmed Kanoo Group, the museum is dedicated to preserving and celebrating the rich heritage of one of the Gulf region’s most influential family businesses.
OUR ROLE
Greenway Associates were appointed as the Cost Consultant for The Kanoo Museum, a cultural landmark in Manama, Bahrain.
THE MUSEUM
Kanoo Real Estate proudly announces the completion of the Kanoo Museum in Souq Al Manama. Built on the historic site of the Yusuf Bin Ahmed Kanoo headquarters, this 7,000-square-meter museum preserves the legacy of one of the region’s most influential families. By seamlessly integrating the iconic steel structure of the original building with modern design and technology, the museum offers visitors a captivating journey through the Kanoo family's history and its contributions to trade and economic development in the Gulf.
More than a repository of historical artifacts, the museum is designed as a dynamic cultural hub. Through a blend of archival exhibits, contemporary displays, and creative spaces, the museum offers an immersive insight into the Kanoo legacy while contributing to Bahrain’s vibrant cultural landscape. It features a diverse range of exhibits, including archival materials, artefacts, and multimedia displays that trace the family's role in shaping the region. Dedicated spaces for contemporary artists, cultural workshops, and public events will ensure the museum is not only a reflection of the past but also a platform for creative expression and dialogue.
Set to open to the public in the second quarter of the year, the museum will house permanent and temporary exhibitions, a modern library, galleries, workshops, and an auditorium. This transformation of the former headquarters into a museum underscores a commitment to heritage preservation while reinforcing Bahrain’s position as a cultural tourism destination. By repurposing a historically significant building, the Kanoo Museum honors the past while creating a meaningful space for future generations.
THE DETAILS
Client: Kanoo Real Estate
Contractors: Almoayyed Contracting Group
Architect: Gulf House Engineering
Exhibition Designers: Cultural Innovations
Exhibition Cost Consultant: Greenway Associates
Status: Opening 2025