The district’s curatorial ethos centres on bridging Saudi heritage with contemporary artistic practice, fostering cross-disciplinary collaboration among local and international creatives. Its programme prioritises exhibitions that spark public dialogue while providing integrated studio and exhibition spaces for emerging and established artists.
JAX District is a creative and cultural hub located in Al Diriyah Al Jadidah, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, housed within a repurposed industrial heritage site. The precinct hosts acclaimed artists, prestigious galleries, creative agencies, and SAMOCA, Saudi Arabia’s first contemporary art museum. Its dedicated gallery spaces showcase heritage and contemporary art through exhibitions designed to inspire public dialogue. The district operates daily with extended evening hours and features collaborative artist studios alongside community cafés.
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PGWP+34G, Al Diriyah Al Jadidah, Riyadh 13732
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