AUEED Premises
65 Obeissy St, Daher, Cairo, Tel 2589 8364/2588 2484
“Akhmim and Hagaza” exhibition showcases handicrafts inspired by the rich Egyptian heritage (27 November- 6 December).
Bibliothek
Arkan Plaza, Extension of Sheikh Zayed District, Giza, Tel 010 66860098/010 66500748
“Journey of a Paper Master: From Pulp to Perfection” exhibition
by Mohamed Abou El-Naga unfolds the artist’s exploration of memory, nature, and time through the art of handmade paper and printmaking. From the texture of olive wood to the layered fibers of pulp, Abou El Naga transforms natural materials into visual stories each piece a witness to history, myth, and the quiet persistence of craft (12 November- 4 December).
Cairo Opera Complex
Gezira Exhibition Grounds, Zamalek
Salah Taher gallery
Tel 02 2739 0132/014
Exhibition by Mona El-Ganzoury (29 November-1 December).
Difaf
37 Mohamed Mazhar, Zamalek, Tel 0102 7365252
“MAKTOOB (Written)” exhibition features artists Walid Taher and Mariem Abutaleb. It explores the use of written signs and symbols in both public and private spaces. Taher's work takes us to the streets to explore makeshift calligraphy in public space, while Abutaleb’s pieces bring us to the intimacy of the self, translating inner thoughts into personal talismans
(22 November -12 January).
The Egyptian Museum
Tahrir Sq, Sadat Station, Tel 02 2578 2452
First Floor, Room 13
“Soknopaiou Nesos – The Temple of Sobek and Isis Nepherses” the exhibition highlights more than two decades of excavations at Soknopaiou Nesos, held by the University of Salento (Italy), focusing on the sacred precinct of the temple of Soknopaios, a crocodile-like god with a falcon’s head. Visitors will discover how the temple functioned through a selection of artifacts that reveal aspects of religion, rituals, festivals, and priestly life. Newly excavated objects are displayed alongside pieces from the Graeco-Roman Museum in Alexandria and the Egyptian Museum in Cairo (29 October- until January 2026).
French Cultural Institute
Madrasset Al-Huquq Al Frinseya St, Mounira, Tel 02 2791 5800
“Exhibition on Doria Shafik”, immerse yourself in the exceptional journey of Doria Shafik, a leading figure in Egyptian feminism, from her studies at the Sorbonne to her fight for women’s rights. Through archives, photographs, and contemporary works, the exhibition retraces her commitment, her forced silence, and her lasting influence, while inviting the public to reflect on liberation today (opening 19 November).
Falak 369
7 Gamal El-Din Abou El-Mahasen St, ground floor, Garden City, Cairo, Tel 0155 7861779
“Blue Dream” photography exhibition by the exceptionally gifted photographer Bassam Alzoghby (15 November- 5 December).
Goethe Institute
5 El-Bustan Street, Downtown, Tel 02 2575 9877/ 219/ 01288711134
Jameel House for Traditional Arts in Cairo is holding its annual Winter Alumni Fair, showcasing more than 300 handmade artworks in the fields of ceramics, wood, metallurgy, glass and plaster. The Goethe-Institut Cairo is hosting this year's edition.
Featuring the work of more than 60 alumni, the exhibition celebrates the fusion of traditional crafts with contemporary designs. The exhibition features unique pieces of art from jewellery, furniture, home décor and seasonal gifts, all of which blend the authenticity of Egyptian heritage with the vision of modern artisans. All artworks will be available for sale, allowing visitors to support budding artisans and their independent studios.
(4 – 8 December, daily, 12noon – 9pm).
Al-Hanager Arts Centre
Cairo Opera Complex, Gezira Exhibition Grounds, Zamalek, Tel
Tel 02 2735 6861
“The Great Inca Road, Peru: Integration and Diversity” photography exhibition is organised by the Embassy of Peru in Egypt (26 November - 3 December).
Italian/Egyptian Centre for Restoration and Antiquities (CIERA)
31 Al Suyuffeya St, Al Helmeya, Cairo, visitors are welcomed by appointments so contact the manager Mr. Salah Ramadan 0100 8716067
Architectural complex of the Mevlevi Dervish “Samaa Khana, Restorations and Restorers” permanent exhibition of the activities of the working/formation sites for the restoration and recovery of the monuments. Visitors are welcomed during the opening hours determined by the Ministry of Antiquities.
Mr and Mrs Mohamed Mahmoud Khalil Museum
On the corner of Giza St and Kafur St, next to the State Council, Giza, Tel 02 3336 2921
Horizon One Hall
“Botanical Meditations” exhibition shows sculptures by Essam Darwish and works by the late Adam Henein
(closing 30 November).
Mashrabia Gallery of Contemporary Art
15 Mahmoud Bassiouny St, Downtown, Cairo, Tel 02 2578 4494, open daily from 11am to 8pm except Fridays
“When The Walls Breathe Blue” Amre Heiba’s new body of work mirrors the contradictions of daily existence, using a personal alphabet and symbols drawn from his surroundings
(closing 2 December).
Picasso
30 Hassan Assem off Brazil St, Zamalek, Tel 02 2736 7544
“In Good Company” exhibition of painting depicting Egypt’s landscapes and portraits by gifted artist Farid Fadel
(16 November - 3 December).
“The Green Shade” exhibition of impressionistic paintings by Asmaa Samy (16 November - 3 December).
Picasso East
Villa No 39 Al Narges 35th settlement, 90's St, in front of Lake View Compound, New Cairo, Tel 0122 0000035
Exhibition of paintings by Ahmed Shiha (closing 29 November).
Pyramids of Giza
Giza Plateau, Al-Haram
“Forever Is Now” is a contemporary art exhibition that brings together artists from across the region and the world. Invited to contemplate the wonder of an ancient civilization through the lens created by the artists’ practices. The annual exhibition takes place at the 4500-year-old UNESCO world heritage site, the Pyramids of Giza and the surrounding plateau. These architectural marvels are not only symbols of ancient power but also enigmatic vessels of myth, legend, and layered histories that continue to captivate the imagination of people worldwide.
Forever Is Now 05 is an ode to the enchantment of ancient Egypt’s cultural heritage while the contemporary installations are a testament to the continual evolution of art. Taking place during a tumultuous time that sees our present disturbed in myriad ways, the exhibition is guided by the enigmatic wisdom of ancient Egyptian beliefs, delving into themes of transcendence, hope and faith that are anchored within our knowledge and constant discovery of the past and in the unwavering belief that there is no conception of the future without history.
This year’s exhibition delves into the deep cultural significance of the Pyramids, exploring the mystical allure of ancient Egypt and its profound influence on art, culture, and philosophy. At the heart of this exploration is the human desire for immortality—a theme embodied by the pyramids themselves. Forever is Now 05 invites viewers to explore the mythic and historical layers of the Giza plateau from sand to sky, allowing contemporary voices to reinterpret the meaning of endurance and legacy. Among the participating artists: Ana Ferrari (Brazil), Jongkyu Park (Korea), and Saleha El Masry (Egypt). The highlight of this year’s round is the participation of Italian artist Michel Angelo Pistoletto with his work entitled, “The Third Paradise”. Carved from marble scraps, this reimagined infinity symbol stands as a timeless dialogue between ancient wisdom and contemporary vision. The symbol, a triune infinity celebrating harmony between nature and artifice, will rise in the desert as a sign of renewal and hope for the world
(11 November- 6 December).
Safarkhan
6 Brazil St, Zamalek, Tel 012 70169291
Safarkhan pays homage to the legacy of Egypt’s most versatile modernist, Salah Abdel-Kerim (1925-1988), on the centennial of his birth with an exquisite collection of artworks and personal articles, supplemented by a trove of special allocations for this event from the private collections of Safarkhan and the heirs to his estate. Abdel-Kerim hybridized the notion of an artist in the traditional sense, encompassing veritable roles of; painter, interior designer, muralist, ceramicist, sculptor, mosaicist, scenographer, caricaturist, graphic designer, academic and ultimately philosopher of art and design. As such, he has been posthumously recognized as a force of transformation and transcendence in the visual language of modern Egypt (19 November - 10 December).
Yassin art gallery
159, 26th July St, Behind Diwan Bookstore, Zamalek, Tel 01271170035
“A Burning Ember in the hand of the Holder”, pottery exhibition by renowned potter Mohamed Mandour
(16 November- 4 December).
ALEXANDRIA
Bibliotheca Alexandrina
Port Said St, Chatby, Alexandria 21526, Tel (03) 4839999
Archaeological Museum
A permanent exhibition on the results of the Archaeological Mission of the University of Turin in Nelson Island.
* A version of this article appears in print in the 27 November, 2025 edition of Al-Ahram Weekly
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