The museums located in Najran, Saudi Arabia are among the most important cultural places that preserve heritage and arts and display them to the public. They immerse visitors in artistic works and heritage collections, allowing them to experience a unique and enjoyable cultural and knowledge-based journey that revives a historical era of the region's history, its civilizations, and the lives of ancestors in the past. Enthusiasts of archaeology and heritage in Najran contribute through their private museums to the preservation of the region's cultural and heritage legacy, providing opportunities for visitors to explore the local history and culture through significant heritage pieces and exhibits that belong to both ancient and modern times. This creates a living memory that connects the present with the past, acting as a platform for awareness that educates today's generation about their country’s history, community, and rich civilization that has spanned centuries. Moreover, these museums serve as a cultural and tourism destination for visitors to Najran, as well as those interested in history and heritage, including school and university students.
Among the prominent museums is the "Al-Faisal" Museum in Najran, owned by Saeed bin Faraj Al-Bashr, which houses a wide array of ancient and modern archaeological and heritage items, allowing visitors to explore the history of the region and learn about its culture through various heritage displays. Al-Bashr explained that he established the museum over 45 years ago by collecting the heritage and archaeological pieces that are famous in the region, along with a collection of traditional heritage tools that represent the traditional lifestyle and ancient customs in Najran. The museum also exhibits numerous photos and artifacts that narrate the stages of the third Saudi state.
Meanwhile, Nasser Mubarak Al-Suqoor, the owner of the "Najran Heritage Museum and Village," emphasized his commitment to creating the mud village in accordance with the architectural heritage characteristic of Najran. He also provided tools and machines that were used in agriculture in the past and ensured the availability of traditional local costumes. He noted that the village welcomes student groups and visitors from outside the region to learn about and explore the ancient history and civilization of Najran.
The Najran region houses five private museums under the Museums Authority, including the "Bin Suwaid" Museum in Habouna County at Al-Hirshaf center, the "Al-Rahab" Museum and Fort in Badr Al-Janoub County at Al-Rahab center, the Najran Museum and Village in Dхадha neighborhood, the "Rare Heritage" Museum in Aba Saud neighborhood, and the "Al-Akhdaad Heritage Museum" in Al-Shurfah neighborhood. The heritage and archaeological collections in these museums vary, focusing on gathering and preserving rare pieces and maintaining them in suitable environments to prevent deterioration, while also working to enhance cultural awareness among the public through their efforts in preserving heritage pieces and documenting the history and legacy of the region, which contributes to building bridges between the past and present, enriching the cultural and heritage landscape of the community.
