With the awards, Dubai took the pioneering step to honour patrons of the arts from around the world for their valuable support in encouraging and strengthening the cultural scene of the Emirate. This award stands as a testimony to the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President & Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, to strengthen Dubai’s position as a vibrant global city for culture and the arts.
Dubai Culture’s story is about four interlocking threads: the artistic community, the patrons of arts, the facilitators and the public at large.
Over 50 patrons were awarded in the first year of Patrons of the Arts Awards
There are four distinct tiers for each entry.