Advancing Omani Cultural Knowledge Through Research & Collaboration

With over 10 years of academic excellence, ORSC is the trusted center for documenting and preserving Omani cultural heritage at IIUM through research, exhibitions, and events.

Events and Programs

Upcoming Events & Cultural Activities

Annual Omani Cultural Symposium 2025

Annual Omani Cultural Symposium 2025

Join scholars and cultural experts for this three-day symposium exploring contemporary issues in Omani studies.

Omani Crafts Preservation Workshop

Omani Crafts Preservation Workshop

Learn traditional Omani craft techniques from visiting master artisans.

Documentary Premiere: “Maritime Legacy of Oman”

Documentary Premiere: “Maritime Legacy of Oman”

Join us for the first screening of this original documentary produced by ORSC researchers.

Exhibition

Cultural Showcase Gallery

Omani Heritage on Wheels
Day Only

29/04/2025 - 29/04/2025

Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Taman Bunga Raya, Daerah Persiaran, Padang Jawa, Selangor

Omani Heritage on Wheels

This traveling exhibition brings authentic Omani cultural artifacts directly to students and faculty. Featuring rotating displays of national crafts, historical documents, and interactive elements that showcase Oman’s rich cultural legacy.

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Landmarks of Oman
Day Only

12/06/2025 - 21/06/2025

IIUM Cultural Centre, International Islamic University Malaysia(IIUM), Gombak

Landmarks of Oman

This permanent exhibition features detailed models and photographic documentation of Oman’s most significant historical structures, including forts, mosques, and traditional dwellings, highlighting their architectural significance.

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Artisans of Oman
24 Hour

14/09/2025

IIUM Cultural Centre, International Islamic University Malaysia(IIUM), Gombak

Artisans of Oman

This exhibition celebrates Oman’s living heritage through displays of traditional crafts including silverwork, pottery, weaving, and boat building. Video presentations share masters’ philosophies of work, preserving techniques passed down through generations.

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