The Museum of the Future is a museum in Dubai, United Arab
Emirates, dedicated to exploring the future of science, technology, and
innovation. It is located in the Financial District of Dubai, next to the
Emirates Towers. The museum was designed by the late architect Shaun Killa, and
its distinctive design is inspired by the Arabic calligraphy of the Quran. The
building is shaped like a giant eye, with a hollowed-out center. The exterior
is covered in Arabic calligraphy, which contains quotes about the future
written by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime
Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.
The museum opened to the public on February
22, 2022. It is divided into seven floors, each of which explores a different
aspect of the future. The floors are:
The
Prologue: This floor introduces visitors to the museum and its mission.
The Tomorrow Today: This floor explores
near-future technologies that are already being developed.
The Vital World: This floor explores how
technology can be used to improve the world's health and well-being.
The Urbanized World: This floor explores how
technology can be used to create more sustainable and livable cities.
The Connected World: This floor explores how
technology can be used to connect people and cultures.
The AI Empathy: This floor explores how
artificial intelligence can be used to develop more compassionate and
understanding societies.
The Future Heroes: This floor is dedicated to
the children of the future and their role in shaping the world.
The Museum of the Future is a must-visit for
anyone interested in the future of science, technology, and innovation. It is a
truly unique and inspiring experience.
The entry fee for the museum is 145 AED for
adults and 95 AED for children. Tickets can be purchased online or at the
museum.
The museum is open from 10am to 6pm from
Saturday to Wednesday, and from 10am to 10pm on Thursday and Friday.