Overview
The International Fair and Museum of the Prophet’s Biography and Islamic Civilization is a modern museum near Masjid an-Nabawi. It presents the life (sirah) of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and aspects of Islamic civilisation using models, visual displays and interactive technology.
Content
According to Saudi official sources, the museum contains numerous interactive sections covering the Prophet’s ﷺ life, his character, the places of his life in Makkah and Madinah, and the message of Islam.
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Visiting information
Tickets, opening hours and languages available should be checked on the official website before visiting.
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- Visit Saudi — https://www.visitsaudi.com/en/madinah/attractions/the-international-fairs-and-museums-of-the-prophet-biography-and-islamic-civilization
- Saudi Press Agency — https://spa.gov.sa/en/N2066392
- National Portal — https://my.gov.sa/en/news/423868
Historical reports sometimes differ; where they do, this page notes it. Please consult qualified scholars for religious rulings. Visiting rules and opening times are set by the Saudi authorities and may change.