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National Records and Archives

Permanent Exhibition

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National Records and Archives

Permanent Exhibition


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Sultan Qaboos St

towards Bawshar

towards Bawshar

Muscat Expy Ghala

Intersection

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Grand Mosqne St

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Ministry ofHigher Education

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Muscat Intersection

Intersection College ofEngineering & Managemaent

Ministry of LegalA�airs

Illustrative Mapof the Exhibition Site


Sultan Qaboos St

Working HoursMuscat Expy

towards Seeb

towards Seeb

Bawshar

Bawshar

National Records & Archives

Permanet Exhibition Map

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Sun to Thu

8am to 2pm

Grand Mosqne St

Sultan QaboosGrand Masqne

(Bawshar)

Public Authorityof Manpower Register

Sat

9am to 4pm

OmanL.N.G

National Records &

Archives Authority

Al Maha

Petrol Station

National Records & ArchivesPermanet Exhibition


Oman ThroughoutHistory


Oman enjoys a very strong and prominent history; one that dates back hundreds of years. The indings of the archaeological expeditions that have taken place during the past three decades are a great testimony to this fact.

Human civilization in Oman dates back to 10,000 BC. There are several sites where human settlements have been discovered in varied locations along the coast, in wadis and at the foot of the mountains. This, of course, helps to reafirm that Oman has been a popular place for humans to reside for years. The beauty, that we enjoy here today, was also an attractive factor to our ancestors.

Historical studies conducted in Oman revealed some interesting facts about relationships between ancient Omanis and ancient oriental civilizations in places like China, India and Mesopotamia. Also, ancient Omanis established close relations with the Mediterranean, the Nile Valley and North African tribes.

When the Holy Quran was revealed to Prophet Mohammad (Peace be upon him), Omanis embraced Islam with open arms and accepted it as their primary religion.

Oman has been independent throughout history, whilst also managing to maintain a political autonomy during the Umayyad and Abbasid rule. There have been certain periods when the country became under target of foreign aggression; however, Omanis continued to demonstrate their irm cultural roles spreading Islam amongst the people they encountered.

The Nabhani rule lasted for ive centuries during which the presence of Omani culture and inluence remained strong.


Later on, when the Yarubi dynasty reigned, with Imam Nasser bin Murshid al Yarubi, as the leader, Omanis were able to make the country even more united. This strong unity helped to eliminate the foreign aggression which had previously posed as a threat. Prime waterways that linked the Arabian Gulf region with Asia and Africa were also reclaimed under the rule of Imam Sultan bin Saif al Yarubi. His powerful rulership also expelled foreign forces, not onle from Oman, but also from East Africa. This helped to ensure that the country became more civilized and, of course, a safe and peaceful place. The strong unity and irm beliefs, in fact, shielded the country and helped to protect from and expel foreign forces.


Later on, after the Yarubi Dynasty, came the Busaidi dynasty which was founded by Imam Ahmed bin Said al Busaidi. He too played a pioneering role in protecting Oman and continued to make sure that the country was defended from foreign aggressions. Iman Ahmed was so powerful that the Ottoman Sultan asked him for help, and together they successfully liberated Basra.

Omani civilization continued to lourish under the Busaidi Imams and Sultans who together established a vast empire extending all the way to East Africa, with very strong maritime power. During the reign of Sultan Said bin Sultan, the Omani naval leet was the most powerful and largest leet in the Indian Ocean, after the British navy. There were ships carrying tens of canons onboard.


National Records and Archives Permanent ExhibitionOman enjoys a glorious history and a great civilization. So much so that the glory the country saw, became a legacy that needed to be shared with the world. Hence, NRAA has established the Permanent Exhibition. The display of these archives was done in order to introduce visitors of the great history of

Oman.

The history of Oman has not only been narrated on paper, but long ago it was carved out on stones during the Sumerian

and Akkad times. Back then it was drawn on internationally recognized maps, depicted on currencies and stamps, and

documented in international media. The country has also been featured in lots of photographs and ilms as well.


Exhibition's Halls


This Exhibition contains several hallways. All of these halls help to draw the attention of the visitors to two dimensions. The irst dimension, offers a synopsis about the ancient history of Oman. The second one helps to highlight how Omanis were able to document their history on paper and rocks, and gradually accumulating all of these into archives that are in the hands of NRAA. Today, NRAA is responsible for organizing the records that tell the history of Oman and build the national memory of this glorious country for future generations.


Reception hall contains two glass boxes; one of which displays tools that were used for writing in the past. The other relects a stone artifact that showcases the importance of documentation for our ancestors.

Reception Hall


This hall displays the history of documentation around the

world. Ancient civilizations started documentation by carving on rock.

The visitor of this hall will see the story of how modern civilizations started to document the history,

highlighting the importance of documenting history of nations.

NRAA is the leading body in the Sultanate of Oman that is taking the responsibilty of this noble job.

History of Documentation

Hall


Oman Throughout History HallOman Throughout History Hall showcases an interesting brief of the history of Omanis since

the stone ages up to the current

time. The hall sheds light on the accomplishments that have been achieved throughout different

historical periods, right up until the seventies when His Majesty Sultan Qaboos took over and pioneered the renaissance of Oman. This hall also features the glorious civilization that Omanis established in East Africa, which still remains to tell the coming generations about

the Omani civilization that spread everywhere.

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Maps, Drawings,

Newspaper Clippings and

Photographs Corner


This corner displays several maps that relect the extension of the Omani Empire throughout history. There are also drawings and newspaper clippings covering the interesting history and quality of life in Oman and Zanzibar.


Coins and StampsCorner

This corner displays samples of coins and stamps that document certain

incidents and notable events in the history of Oman. It also demonstrates the progression of Omani currency

which includes a silver dirham that was minted in the Sultanate of Oman between 581 to 700 A.D. The coin bears the name of Oman and

is the oldest documented coin that contains the name of Oman. It is also the oldest coin ever to be found in the Arab Peninsula.


InternationalRelations Corner

This section showcases

records referring to the

diplomatic and friendly

relations that Oman has

maintained with Zanzibar

and the rest of the world.

Omani Imams and Sultans

made great exchanges

with other heads of

States. These exchanges

included gifts and medals.

They also concluded

treaties and agreements

with foreign presidents

and ambassadors.


Digital Table


On this table, there are an array of records, photographs and samples of Omani manuscripts in different ields. All of which have been arranged according to an archival classiication scheme.


The pillars of the Permanent Exhibition are heavily decorated with sermon scripts and poems

which have been written and delivered by Omanis at certain occasions and

functions.

Sermons


Glass Boxes

These boxes display original records. The idea behind this

concept is to show visitors the Omani records in their original natural form. This, of course, will allow visitors to appreciate the beauty of the inscriptions

and the types of paper and ink

that were used to craft them.


His Majesty Sultan QaboosHall

This hall presents a ilm on the biography of His Majesty and the

blessed Renaissance of Oman. The ilm features interesting records and old photographs.


NRAA's Hall


This hall offers visitors with a chance to watch a short ilm about the achievements of NRAA and its role in preserving the national memory for the beneit of the researchers and visitors.

The journey has already started to establish a modern system for managing documents and records in

government institutions and implementing internationally recognized standards and speciications.


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