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The Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center (SQCC) regularly cosponsors events with other institutions around Washington, D.C. and across the U.S. SQCC participates in festivals and workshops with other organizations in order to fulfill its mission of educating Americans about Omani culture and supporting cross cultural exchange between the US and Oman.

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  • SQCC Instagram Photo Contest 2021

    Instagram

    Open to amature photographers in the US! Starting 1 March 2021
    Show your best photograph from the Sultanate of Oman

    1st Prize: $1000

    2nd Prize: $500

    3rd Prize: $300

    How to enter?
    Using your instagram account, post an an original photo of the Sultanate of Oman’s biodiversity
    In the description, describe your photo, including the location, AND add the hashtag: #SQCCPhotoContest
    Last day to enter: 30 June 2021
    Please read Official Rules before entering the contest. Winners will be announced on 14 July and sent a message via Instagram. Make sure to follow @sqccdc to see the winning photos!

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    EXHIBITION: OMANI CULTURE THROUGH CRAFTSMANSHIP

    Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center 1100 16th St. NW., Washington, DC

    Dates: July 1- August 20   Viewing Hours: Mon-Fri: 10:30 am- 4:00 pm   Location: Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center 1100 16th Street NW, Washington, DC   FACE MASK REQUIRED   The Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center will be exhibiting works from the National Museum of Oman.   The National Museum of Oman's extensive photography collection holds some…

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  • Book Signing

    Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center 1100 16th St. NW., Washington, DC

    Book Signing Islamic Law States and International Law: Peaceful Resolution of Disputes Author Emilia Justyna Powell Thursday, 22 September 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Reception to Follow RSVP Required https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07ejdi36nycd9496ad&oseq=&c=&ch=   Emilia Justyna Powell is Professor of Political Science with concurrent appointment at the Law School at the University of Notre Dame. Dr. Powell specializes in international…

  • Research Fellowship Application Deadline Extended

    SQCC Research Fellowship Program Application Due Date has been extended to 9 October 2022. For more information please visit https://www.sqcc.org/scholarships/research-fellowship-program/ All Research Fellowship applications must be completed by 11:59 on 9 October 2022.

  • Oman Exhibit at Craft2Wear Show

    National Building Museum 401 F Street Northwest, Washington, DC

    Oman Exhibit at Craft2Wear 20-22 October 2022 National Building Museum The Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center (SQCC) at the Embassy of the Sultanate of Oman will partner with the Smithsonian Women's Committee for the 2022 Craft2Wear Show. SQCC will also exhibit Omani fashion, jewelry, and perfume from the Sultanate of Oman and other wearable art. You…

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    SQCC Annual Conference 2022

    Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center 1100 16th St. NW., Washington, DC

    REGISTER using this link: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=jjfaurzab&oeidk=a07ejfpo3jq106830b3 SCHEDULE here: SQCC Conference Schedule 2022  

  • Arabic Debate Competition for Non-Native Speakers

    Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center 1100 16th St. NW., Washington, DC

    RSVP here: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=jjfaurzab&oeidk=a07ejg8ckd2a857a9f1 Join us on Saturday, 5 November at 1:30 pm for our Second Arabic Debate Competition for Non-Native speakers. Reception to follow.

  • Oman – The Jewel of Arabia: Thirty Days on Foot and by Camel to Arabia Felix

    Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center 1100 16th St. NW., Washington, DC

    |REGISTRATION CLOSED | | Dress Code: Business Attire | Come join us for an unforgettable journey through the stunning landscapes of Oman. Experience the beauty and culture of this ancient land as we travel by foot and camel to Arabia Felix. You will hear from Mark Evans about his projects and capturing stories along the…

  • Omani Women’s Day 2025: Diplomacy, Leadership, and Education

    Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center 1100 16th St. NW., Washington, DC

    |REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN | | Dress Code: Business Attire | | Contact [email protected] for more information| Celebrate Omani Women’s Day with us at the SQCC! Join us for a day filled with insightful discussions on diplomacy, leadership, and education. Let's honor the achievements of Omani women and empower each other to reach new heights. Don't miss this…

Events

These events range from our SQCC annual conference, held in partnership with a different university each year, to multicultural festivals and events hosted by organizations like the Smithsonian's Freer and Sackler Galleries (Washington, D.C.), Arab Festival Orlando (Orlando, FL) and the Children's Museum of Manhattan (New York City, NY). SQCC also annually holds a booth at the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) annual conference, where SQCC promotes its Indian Ocean in World History website, a free classroom resource, to K-12 educators.