What You Need to Know About Doha Fire Station

The Doha Fire Station, which served as a fire station for more than 30 years, underwent a transformation in 2012 to become one of Qatar's contemporary art spaces for the nation's artists.

The Doha Fire Station is a sight to behold with its amazing architectural style and intriguing art surrounding it. It is easily seen next to Al Bidda Park.

Galleries

The Doha Fire Station is home to a number of galleries where emerging and foreign artists can present their works to the public. Doha hosts numerous art exhibitions; therefore, a variety of artists exhibit their work there.

One of the main venues for local artists to display their magnificent works for the public to admire is these galleries.

Creative spaces

The Doha Fire Station supports local artists by acting as a center for them to produce and refine their works nearby.

The structure features rooms and spaces that are specifically designed to meet the demands of the artist as they work on their masterpiece.

In addition, the Doha Fire Station's central area is covered in several art installations and graffiti created by independent artists.

Fire Station Cinema

In addition to containing incredible works of art including paintings and sculptures, the Doha Fire Station also hosts events and movie screenings in its cinema! It has a capacity of 112 seats and is bookable. The venue is frequently reserved for conferences, artist talks, lectures, panel discussions, and movie screenings.

Incredible sculptures & graffiti

Inside the Doha Fire Station, there are sculptures and graffiti that are both Instagram-worthy and thought-provoking. Depending on what or who will be presenting their art, several installations will be put in the hub's center.

Cafe #999

The newly opened and completely renovated Cafe #999 is available inside the Doha Fire Station to satisfy your hunger as well! This restaurant serves real Italian food inside a space constructed by artists and creatives and is run by the DUCASSE Paris chefs, a team founded by Michelin-starred chef Alain Ducasse.

Details:

• Location: Doha Fire Station
• Timings: Saturday to Thursday: 12 pm – 9 pm, Friday: 1 pm – 9 pm
• Contact: +974 4452 5650
• Instagram: @cafe999qatar

CASS Art

If you need art supplies, CASS Art is a fantastic place to look! The majority of the art tools that an artist would require are available at CASS Art, including paint, paint brushes, canvas, pencils, clay molds, and more.

Details

• Location: Fire Station, Mohammed Bin Thani St, Doha
• Parking: Doha Fire Station has dedicated parking adjacent to the hub, right next to the Al Bidda Park
• Phone: +974 4422 4222
• Timings:
  • Saturday – Thursday: 9 am – 7 pm
  • Friday: 1:30 pm – 7 pm
• Facebook: @dohafirestation
• Instagram: @dohafirestation
• Website: www.firestation.org.qa

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