Bait Al-Othman Museum
متحف بيت العثمان
A cluster of traditional courtyard-house museums in the Hawally district, showcasing Kuwait's old way of life, pearl diving, the history of theater and television, and lively displays.
Bait Al-Othman Museum is housed in a converted traditional mansion. Its galleries cover old Kuwaiti residential architecture, market streets and alleys, pearling and seafaring, early theater and television programs, and traditional Kuwaiti weddings and dress. The recreated scenes are detailed, making it a good place to understand Kuwait before the oil era. Admission is free or very cheap, and it opens in the evening. It is located in Hawally, and a taxi makes it easy to reach.
Opening hours
Approx. 09:00–12:00, 16:00–21:00 (Fridays afternoon only; check on site)
Nearby sights
- Mirror House
- Sheikh Abdullah Al Salem Cultural Centre
- Green Island
- Al Shaheed Park
- Tareq Rajab Museum
- Al Hamra Tower
- Liberation Tower
- Kuwait Towers