MIAA is proudly located on beautiful Dharug country in Granville, Western Sydney.
The Museum of Islamic Art Australia (MIAA) respectfully acknowledges the Burramattagal people of the Dharug Nation as the Traditional Owners of the land on which the museum will be located. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. Sovereignty has never been ceded.

MIAA News - Stories - Updates

July 25, 2026

SAVE THE DATE - Inaugural Gala Dinner 2026

The Museum of Islamic Art Australia cordially invites you to the MIAA inaugural Gala Dinner.

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April 10, 2026

Opening Night

Experience a festival that honours diverse Muslim writers and the stories that shape who we are — coming April 2026.

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April 18, 2026

Festival Day

Our theme this year 'Beyond Noise' is about filtering out the excess of opinions in modern discourse to amplify voices that are constructive, authentic, and rooted in knowledge.

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April 19, 2026

Workshop Day

An art fair showcasing Islamic artistic expressions.

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MIAA Updates

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Museum Construction Update: Groundbreaking Ceremony

Thank you for your continued support!

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Museum Construction Update: Phase One Complete

Stay tuned for more updates as we progress through the construction phases!

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MIAA Blog Posts

Check in to hear from the MIAA team about all things Islamic art, literature and creative communities. 

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The Art of the Mihrab: Sacred Spaces in Islamic Architecture

Discover the beauty and significance of the mihrab, the architectural niche at the heart of mosque design and Islamic artistic tradition.

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Event Recap: Scholars Explore the Legacy of Islamic Science at MIAA

MIAA hosted a panel discussion featuring three scholars exploring the global influence of Islamic science, from the House of Wisdom to the European Renaissance.

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Artist Spotlight: Safiyya Bello and the Geometry of Home

Meet Safiyya Bello, a Western Sydney artist whose geometric paintings explore identity, heritage, and the meaning of home.

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