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Discover curated exhibitions and digital collections.
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Connect with curators, institutions, and cultural foundations supporting the Iraq Biennale.
About Bayt Akitu
Bayt Akitu is the official digital platform of the Iraq International Art Biennale (2025–2030).
As a national initiative under the patronage of the Prime Minister’s Office, Bayt Akitu connects Iraqi artistic heritage with the global art scene — creating opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and cultural exchange.
Our Core Programs (2025–2030)
Each pillar represents a distinct dimension of the Biennale’s mission — bridging Baghdad with the global art community.
Virtual Biennale Gallery
A digital exhibition space for artists worldwide. Explore curated collections that reimagine Iraq’s heritage through contemporary lenses.
Iraq Biennale Prize
Recognising artistic excellence and cultural impact. An annual award honouring innovation and dialogue across disciplines.
Celebrating the artists shaping Iraq’s cultural renaissance.
Art Fair Iraq
The commercial and curatorial interface of the Biennale — connecting artists, galleries, collectors, and institutions.
Heritage Iraq Workshops
A learning and preservation programme dedicated to craft, digital heritage, and creative exchange.
Akitu Art Market
A curated marketplace where art meets patronage, offering collectors and buyers unique works from emerging and established artists.
Explore Our Artists
A selection of artists from Iraq and around the world — voices that embody the spirit of Bayt Akitu.
Explore the Collection
Each pillar represents a distinct dimension of the Biennale’s mission — bridging Baghdad with the global art community.
Discover the Mission Behind Bayt Akitu
Bayt Akitu is more than a digital platform — it is a cultural initiative bridging Baghdad’s artistic legacy with global contemporary movements.
Through the Iraq International Art Biennale (2025–2030), we aim to strengthen artistic dialogue, foster intercultural collaboration, and support new forms of creative expression.
Our work extends across exhibitions, research, and educational programs that highlight the power of art to connect civilizations and inspire progress.
Key Focus Areas
- Contemporary Iraqi Art
- Heritage Preservation & Archiving
- International Artist Exchange
- Curatorial Collaboration
- Digital Exhibitions & Virtual Access
- Cultural Education & Research
Engage with Bayt Akitu
Join our global community of artists, collectors, and cultural institutions.
Whether you wish to exhibit, collaborate, or support — there are many ways to be part of the Bayt Akitu initiative.
Apply / Participate
Submit your portfolio to be considered for upcoming exhibitions, digital showcases,
and gain access to the Bayt Akitu Digital Marketplace where artists can sell their work to global collectors.
Collaborate / Partner
Join Bayt Akitu as a curator, gallery, or institution. Collaborate on exhibitions, education, and cultural exchange.
Membership
Support Bayt Akitu’s cultural mission by becoming a member.
Your contribution helps preserve Iraq’s artistic heritage and enables new exhibitions, digital showcases, and artist programs.
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Our Partners & Sponsers
Iraq International Biennale of Fine Arts
A national initiative reconnecting Iraq’s artistic heritage with the world.
A national initiative reconnecting Iraq’s artistic heritage with the world.
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