To mark this milestone, Ayyam Gallery co-founder Khaled Samawi will be joined by Myrna Ayad for a conversation reflecting on the gallery’s journey since its founding in Damascus in 2006 and the evolution of the contemporary art scene across the MENA region.
Looking back on twenty years of exhibitions, collaborations, and the artists and individuals who have shaped its history, the conversation will explore Ayyam’s evolution and its continued commitment to championing artists from the region and bringing their work to a wider international audience. Beyond the gallery’s own history, the discussion will also offer a broader perspective on the transformations, milestones, and developments that have shaped the region’s contemporary art landscape over the past two decades.
The talk will take place on 16 November 2026, at 6 PM, in JOSSA by Alserkal (Warehouse 45), Dubai.
