Ministry of Culture - Heritage Commission

The Heritage Commission is one of the commissions established under the Cabinet Resolution No. 398 dated 4/2/2020 and is affiliated with the Ministry of Culture. It is the government entity responsible for supervising cultural heritage in its four sectors: antiquities, urban heritage, handicrafts, and intangible heritage.

It is responsible for supporting efforts to develop cultural heritage, protect and rehabilitate heritage sites and buildings in a manner that enhances their value and investment potential. This includes cities, villages, neighborhoods, heritage buildings, handicrafts, historical landmarks, and intangible heritage.

The Commission aims to raise the level of community interest and awareness of the importance of preserving the national heritage, encouraging financing and investment in the heritage sector, licensing heritage activities, and establishing and engaging in partnerships with companies, in addition to representing the Kingdom in regional and international bodies, organizations, and forums related to cultural heritage.

The Commission is also responsible for approving professional educational and training programs in coordination with the competent authorities, in addition to organizing and holding conferences, exhibitions, and events related to its area of expertise.