Islamic Bookbinding Workshop

The Museum of Islamic Arts & Heritage (MIAH) Foundation, Birmingham

Join us to learn the traditional techniques of Islamic manuscript bookbinding.

MIAH Gallery (at Moseley Community Hub), 496 Moseley Road, Balsall Heath, Birmingham B12 9AH, UK

Join us at MIAH Islamic Arts Gallery to be introduced to the traditional techniques of Islamic manuscript bookbinding.During this workshop, you will examine a traditional manuscript in-person and learn the basic techniques of constructing a traditional Islamic manuscript. From collating the pages into signatures and sewing them into a textblock, to attaching them to a soft binding. You will create your own soft-cover notebook from scratch to take home and enjoy.This is an opportunity to get a glimpse into the traditional craft of bookbinding. All materials will be provided.Who is this course for? All levels of ability are welcome. Suitable for ages 11+ years. This workshop will be delivered by Dr. Neelam Hussain, Curator of the Mingana Collection of Middle Eastern Manuscripts at the Cadbury Research Library, University of Birmingham. She is a specialist in Islamic manuscripts and material culture. TicketsTickets must be booked in advance using the link.Standard Ticket: £21 (+ ticket fees) REFUND POLICY: Please note that tickets are only refunded (minus the Eventbrite admin fee) if requested more than 7 days before the event.You can find out more about our organisation and other events at <a href="https://miahfoundation.com/events?date-category=upcoming" title="https://miahfoundation.com/events?date-category=upcoming" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">The MIAH Foundation| Website</a>, or you can stay up to date with all new news by subscribing to our newsletter <a href="https://miahfoundation.com/mailing-list" title="https://miahfoundation.com/mailing-list" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">HERE</a>. DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND, THIS BOOKBINDING WORKSHOP WILL BE REPEATED ONE MORE TIME IN FEBRUARY.

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