The International Fair and Museum of the Prophet’s Biography and Islamic Civilization

The International Fair and Museum of the Prophet's Biography and Islamic Civilization is a global interactive museum dedicated to a comprehensive cultural introduction to Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him (PBUH), his noble manners, and ethics, and to presenting Islam in its true form. It is supervised by the Muslim World League and is located in the al-Haram Neighborhood, next to the Prophet's Mosque in al-Madinah al-Munawwarah. It was inaugurated on February 3, 2021. The museum contains more than five hundred artifacts and relics from the Prophet's era.

The museum uses advanced digital technologies to present its exhibits, such as holography, virtual reality, and augmented reality. It enhances the cultural experience for the residents and visitors of al-Madinah al-Munawwarah. The fair marks the first in a series of Islamic museums planned to be established in several global capitals under the umbrella of the Muslim World League.

The International Fair and Museum of the Prophet’s Biography and Islamic Civilization features visual models that simulate the route of Prophet Mohammed's (PBUH) migration from Makkah al-Mukarramah to al-Madinah al-Munawwarah, as well as the events that accompanied him at various locations during his migration journey.

The fair also allows visitors to view approximate models of what Makkah al-Mukarramah and the Prophet’s city looked like during the prophetic era. Additionally, it showcases the stages of construction and expansion of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque from their inception to the present day.

The International Fair and Museum of the Prophet’s Biography and Islamic Civilization relies on twelve advanced display methods to present its contents to visitors: graphic panels with dimensional designs, modern atlases, technological models (maquettes) supported by interactive technology, educational panoramas, cinema halls, and display screens, visual documentary films, documentary films, educational infographics films, holography, virtual reality, and augmented reality.

The Prophet's biography is also presented in the exhibition through a series of scientifically documented films in a cinema hall that is the first of its kind. The fair offers 350 educational methods and tools that simulate the prophetic community, alongside innovative displays of the documents of al-Madinah al-Munawwarah and Makkah al-Mukarramah.

The International Fair and Museum of the Prophet’s Biography and Islamic Civilization offers free entry tickets that can be booked on its website. The museum welcomes visitors daily in two sessions: the first from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and the second from 4:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight. On Fridays, it is open from 1:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight. Visitors can access the museum via Abu Ayyub al-Ansari Street to reach al-Haram Neighborhood.

The International Fair and Museum of the Prophet’s Biography and Islamic Civilization features thirty main sections, including Praises to Allah Almighty, the Prophet’s actions, manners, and states, the virtues, characteristics, and miracles of the Prophet, the Prophet’s food and drink, the Prophet’s clothing and elegance, the Prophet’s furniture and belongings, the Prophets (PBUH), as if you see them, and The Prophet (PBUH), as if you are with him.

The fair also includes sections such as the Mohammedia Park, Companions of Men and Buds of Faith, The Universe, Astronomy, and Environment, The Prophetic Medicine, Safety Measures in the Prophetic Guidance, Memories of Places, and "Nations Like Yours" - The World of Animals, Birds, and Insects.

The fair provides a main screen facing the southern courtyard of the Prophet's Mosque for broadcasting the Holy Qur’an and Hadiths of the Prophet. It also features a royal hall specially designed to receive official state delegations, equipped with modern technologies, as well as an interactive scientific hall and a cultural museum containing more than five hundred artifacts and relics from the Prophet's era.

The International Fair and Museum of the Prophet’s Biography and Islamic Civilization aims to present Islam and its teachings in their true form. It provides a comprehensive introduction to the names and attributes of Allah, and the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), as well as information related to other prophets, peace be upon them. The museum also aims to educate visitors about Islamic relics and cultural landmarks using advanced technological methods and engaging interactive screens.

The exhibition contributes to strengthening national pride by combating ideas of extremism and terrorism, and promoting the values and cultural and historical heritage. It also highlights the Kingdom's role in serving the Quran and the Sunnah, and in maintaining and developing the Two Holy Mosques.

Arabic is the primary language of display at The International Fair and Museum of the Prophet’s Biography and Islamic Civilization. As an initial phase, its contents have been translated into six languages: English, Indonesian, French, Urdu, Turkish, and Spanish.