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Kurdish Textile Museum

Museum

Founded in 2004, this museum in a historical house features exhibits on Kurdish weaving & culture. People often mention Kurdish, museum, traditional, visit,


Address

52R6+326, Erbil, Erbil Governorate, Iraq

Website

kurdishtextilemuseum.com

Contact

+964 750 471 9483

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (335 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 9 AM to 6 PM
  • Friday: Closed
  • Saturday: 9 AM to 6 PM
  • Sunday: 9 AM to 6 PM
  • Monday: 9 AM to 6 PM
  • Tuesday: 9 AM to 6 PM
  • Wednesday: 9 AM to 6 PM

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  • 5/5 Amin B. 1 year ago on Google • 123 reviews
    It was very great and spectacular, it had different sections, this castle, museum and...
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kewan Fwad G. 5 years ago on Google • 243 reviews
    Its showing traditional Kurdish texture and other old initial work of excavating and texturing device...
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jana S. 10 months ago on Google • 22 reviews
    I really enjoyed visiting this museum. It didn't only show textiles but also had a lot of information to offer about the Kurdish culture and its recent and current struggles. It is also very informative about the textiles, explaining patterns and material used for the natural dyes. I would recommend this museum to anyone who is interested in learning about cultures and traditions.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Julia S. 2 years ago on Google • 19 reviews
    Some of the must visits in citadela not to be missed. U can see traditional way of life in Kurdistan countryside, tribal way of distinquish in clothing for men and women and also beautiful traditional handmade carpets, kilims and rugs made in 1900 still looks like new. On site there is also cafe and gift shop. Place was visited by many politicians, actors or singers theirs pictures can be seen in entry area.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Firas A. 2 years ago on Google
    It is very interesting place, you can see all kinds of old tools ancient people used in various areas of their life. The place has calm and comfortable cafe upstairs.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Uk Twins Wena & A. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful capital city 👏
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mustafa M. Z. 1 year ago on Google • 70 reviews
    This is an unique place which makes you ponder about art and its destiny with time, These colorful, elaborated kilims and rugs are the products of Kurdistan nomadic life style which will not survive in the 21st century.‬
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nabil T. 1 month ago on Google • 62 reviews New
    Went there in 2019 it was very beautiful and full of art from ancient Erbil I do tell you to go the place is not crowded but around the city is is very crowded.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Harman Saber M. 10 months ago on Google • 137 reviews
    I recently visited the Kurdish Textile Museum and was blown away by the incredible wealth of history, culture, and artistry on display. The museum is a true gem, showcasing the rich and intricate textile traditions of the Kurdish people, both past and present. From the moment I stepped through the doors, I was struck by the warmth and hospitality of the staff, who were eager to share their knowledge and passion for the exhibits. The museum's collections are thoughtfully curated and displayed, with each piece carefully chosen to highlight the unique techniques, patterns, and materials used by Kurdish weavers throughout the ages. One of my favorite things about the museum was the way it seamlessly blended historical artifacts with contemporary designs and interpretations. I was amazed to see how the traditional motifs and techniques of Kurdish textiles have been reimagined and revitalized by modern designers, demonstrating the enduring relevance and beauty of this rich cultural heritage. Moreover, the museum provides valuable educational resources and programming, including workshops, lectures, and demonstrations, that allow visitors to deepen their understanding and appreciation of Kurdish textiles and their significance. Overall, I cannot recommend the Kurdish Textile Museum highly enough. It is a true treasure that celebrates the creativity, ingenuity, and resilience of the Kurdish people, and I feel grateful to have had the opportunity to learn from and be inspired by its collections.

  • 5/5 Dler Ali H. 8 months ago on Google • 103 reviews
    A unique museum that exhibits traditional Kurdish textile, kilms, rugs, clothes, hats, and day to day items of majority of the Kurdish tribes in the region. Of you happen to visit Erbil citadel you will want to stop at Kurdish Textile Museum. The entrance fee is usually around $1!

  • 5/5 Alexandra A. 1 year ago on Google • 94 reviews
    The only museum worth seeing in the castle! definitely a must see. Beautiful tapestry work

  • 5/5 Yacub Muhammad A. 4 years ago on Google • 10 reviews
    It was beautiful, exciting and fascinating visit ever. There were a lot of old traditional Kurdish stuff too look at and discover. Some of them like man and women old kurdish customs, there were old rugs which were created by hand and there were sea rocks! They were really nice and colourful.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Hassan A. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful museum for carpets and some Kurdish traditional tools.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hawre A. 6 years ago on Google
    All types of kurdish ancient Kilim, Felt, Rug
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 archivist “Sipayung” s. 5 years ago on Google
    wonderful and very interesting place , one place you should visit before you leave Erbil. deeper and explore more about Erbil era. enrich of knowledge, lovely place and you will enjoy spending your time here. trust me. I did it for 6 hours there !
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Mohammed Kamal A. 6 years ago on Google
    So cool.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Raphaëlle A. 9 months ago on Google • 37 reviews
    Beautiful local gem of a museum in lovely location. Highly recommend! They also have a shop downstairs with lovely rugs for sale (need to ask for them to give access). I learned a lot...

  • 4/5 Hevi K. 2 years ago on Google
    It is amazing that you can visit such a historic place.

  • 2/5 Ameen Rostam (meer a. 4 years ago on Google
    Very nicd place every thing in there is art and old stuff used in there and it ia very popular place but some kind small place and you can look at all thing about 5 minute and if you are looking for some special please go to nabaz caffe at Peaceful beard in middle of country i worked at there he buy old stuff like 2500k just for caffe you will like it

  • 5/5 Alle A. 1 year ago on Google
    Although it is called a textile museum, there is much more to it. It is very interesting to watch the different types of textile and the meaning behind each and every single symbol on them. There are very nice and accurate displays. If you are a foreigner visiting Kurdistan, I would say this is essential to visit, but even if you are a Kurd, I still recommend you go to see it just to become more familiar with your culture, I promise you there is something to learn!

  • 5/5 MOOV 1 year ago on Google
    It's a great place to visit in erbil and the tickets are cheap so i recommend you to go there And there's a beautiful cafe too

  • 5/5 Osama Shukir Muhammed A. 1 year ago on Google
    Small and compact yet well reflects the local tradition and culture. Not exclusive for carpets; displays many other Kurdish items. The last time I paid a visit to this museum was in September 2014.

  • 5/5 Kurd C. 11 months ago on Google
    Was great ain’t seen much like it before.

  • 5/5 beverly c. 2 years ago on Google
    Best place and staff


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Amenities


  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom

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