SPA

Saudi Press Agency

History of the Saudi State Exhibition

A traveling exhibition in partnership with Saudi universities

300Part of the Kingdom's celebrations marking 300 years since its founding

01 — About the Exhibition

The Exhibition at a Glance

The History of the Saudi State Exhibition was conceived as the first output of the "Humanizing Historical Events" initiative, through which the Saudi Press Agency set out to spotlight major historical events and present them in a new way. The Agency chose the history of the Saudi State and the stages of its formation as its first project, given its rich knowledge and historical significance.

Wide attendance at the first edition

Excellencies & dignitaries
Embassy representatives
Diplomats
Youth & student groups
The Exhibition at a Glance
Moving to the Digital Stage

02 — Interactive Digital Edition

Moving to the Digital Stage

Following Shura Council Resolution No. 35/373, dated 21/11/1445 AH, which stressed the importance of "studying the launch of a digital edition of the History of the Saudi State Exhibition in which the visitor interacts with the content and contributes to enriching its wings," the Agency launched the digital edition in line with best practices.

Working with a committee formed of

Ministry of CultureMinistry of MediaKing Abdulaziz Foundation (Darah)

All to widen access to the exhibition for different audiences.

03 — The Traveling Edition

From Riyadh to the Kingdom's Cities

The traveling edition moves from Riyadh to cities across the Kingdom as part of the celebrations marking 300 years since its founding, bringing the experience to wider audiences in every region.

300

years since founding

Exhibition Zones

Six Zones Telling the Nation's Story

Total exhibition area
1,100
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The Founding Imam zone

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Princes of Diriyah zone

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A dedicated zone for each of the three Saudi State stages

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Kings of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia zone

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz zone

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Costumes across the eras of the Saudi State

Virtual Tour

Step Inside the Exhibition Now

Explore the exhibition wings in an immersive 360° virtual tour, from any device, anytime.

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04 — Partnership Opportunities

Benefits of Partnering with Saudi Universities

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Direct financial return

A share of the net profits from the local sponsorship program the university can run with the local private sector.

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Wide media reach

The university's logo featured across all media coverage.

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Partnership network

A gateway to building relationships through exhibition sponsorships.

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National responsibility impact

Affirming the university's standing as an established institution contributing to celebrating major national occasions.

Division of Roles

Saudi Press Agency's role
  • Exhibition intellectual-property rights belong to the Saudi Press Agency.
  • Supervising the delivery of the regional exhibition edition.
  • Designing the interactive visitor experience.
  • Providing the full historical content, exhibits and fittings.
  • Providing the exhibition identity.
The partner university's role
  • Funding the delivery of the local edition.
  • Providing a suitable, easily accessible venue on campus.
  • Local marketing and attracting visitors from students and the community.
  • Securing local sponsorships and strategic partnerships, sharing the return equally with the academy.
  • Day-to-day operation of the exhibition.

Contact & Coordination

Media Projects Unit