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"We must be fearless when communicating with different civilizations and cultures around the world and in exploring the accomplishments and developments in those communities." - His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said, The Sultan of Oman

The Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center is pleased to invite you to “Experience Oman: Culture, Heritage, Tourism, and People,”...
08/11/2026

The Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center is pleased to invite you to “Experience Oman: Culture, Heritage, Tourism, and People,” a virtual presentation featuring Dr. Ali Akaak.
Join us online on August 18 from 11:30 AM–1:00 PM.
Save the date and use the link below to join us on Zoom.
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88491338252?pwd=Y7GimHnnYzv4HaboIm298F0VIdwvts.1

The Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center was delighted to welcome guests to Experience Oman: A Cultural Evening, presented in p...
07/23/2026

The Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center was delighted to welcome guests to Experience Oman: A Cultural Evening, presented in partnership with ThingsToDoDC.
Guests enjoyed authentic Omani cuisine, live oud music, traditional henna art, Arabic language activities, and cultural exhibitions celebrating Oman's rich heritage, while also commemorating and the historic friendship between the Sultanate of Oman and the United States.

The Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center welcomed students and teachers from Washington Global Public Charter School for a guid...
07/22/2026

The Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center welcomed students and teachers from Washington Global Public Charter School for a guided tour of its library and exhibitions, spotlighting Omani culture, history, and SQCC's programs.

The Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center marked the graduation of its SABLA students, reaffirming its commitment to Arabic lang...
07/17/2026

The Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center marked the graduation of its SABLA students, reaffirming its commitment to Arabic language learning, cultural understanding, and meaningful community connections.

The occasion opened with welcoming remarks by Ms. Arwa Sawan, Senior Language Program Officer, and reflections from Arabic language teachers who guided students throughout their journey.

Mr. Abdulrahman Al Rawahi, Representative of the Embassy of the Sultanate of Oman, joined the ceremony and presented Certificates of Completion to graduates alongside Mr. Walid Sellal, Language Program Officer - Librarian.

Congratulations to our SABLA graduates. Your achievement reflects perseverance, curiosity, and a commitment to lifelong learning. We look forward to seeing where your Arabic journey takes you next.

The Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center in Washington, D.C., welcomed a delegation from the U.S. Army War College as part of i...
07/17/2026

The Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center in Washington, D.C., welcomed a delegation from the U.S. Army War College as part of its strategic education program. The visit included a tour of the Center’s facilities, followed by a meeting with members of the Omani diplomatic mission, featuring a presentation on the Sultanate of Oman, its history, rich cultural heritage, and its role in promoting regional security and international cooperation.

استقبل مركز السلطان قابوس الثقافي في واشنطن وفدًا من كلية الحرب التابعة للجيش الأمريكي، وذلك ضمن برنامجها للتعليم الاستراتيجي. وتضمنت الزيارة جولة في مرافق المركز، أعقبها لقاء مع أعضاء من البعثة الدبلوماسية العُمانية، تناول تاريخ سلطنة عُمان وإرثها الحضاري، ودورها في تعزيز الأمن الإقليمي والتعاون الدولي

The Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center hosted a special screening of The Most Underrated Country in the World | OMAN for SABL...
07/14/2026

The Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center hosted a special screening of The Most Underrated Country in the World | OMAN for SABLA participants, taking students on a virtual journey through Oman's heritage, landscapes, and modern society, sparking meaningful discussions on culture, identity, and Arabic language.

Thank you to our SABLA students for their thoughtful engagement in this enriching experience.

The Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center hosted an enriching discussion with Mr. Abdulrahman Al Rawahi, Omani representative at...
07/10/2026

The Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center hosted an enriching discussion with Mr. Abdulrahman Al Rawahi, Omani representative at the Embassy of the Sultanate of Oman, for SABLA students and teachers on Omani culture, heritage preservation, traditional arts, Oman Vision 2040, and one of the oldest diplomatic relationships between the United States and the Arab world.

Ms. Arwa Sawan, Senior Language Program Officer, welcomed Mr. Al Rawahi for a conversation spanning Omani heritage, cultural diplomacy, and more than two centuries of friendship between Oman and the United States, followed by a vibrant showcase of Oman's natural beauty and cultural traditions and a Q&A in which Mr. Al Rawahi offered thoughtful perspectives on Oman's heritage and enduring ties with the United States.

The Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center hosted a Book Club discussion for participants of SABLA, SQCC's intensive Arabic Langu...
07/06/2026

The Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center hosted a Book Club discussion for participants of SABLA, SQCC's intensive Arabic Language and Cultural Immersion Program, featuring Bitter Orange Tree by Jokha Alharthi.
Moderated by Mr. Walid Sellal, Librarian and Language Program Officer at SQCC, the session offered participants an engaging space for cultural learning, literary discussion, and reflection on the novel's central themes.
SABLA students and educators took part in the discussion, sharing comparative readings from the English and Arabic editions of the book. The exchange brought literary translation, cultural expression, and shared interpretation into rich bilingual conversation.

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1100 16th Street NW
Washington D.C., DC
20036

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm

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