Workshop Description

This excursion to Sharjah’s Old Radio Station is part of a series of visits to remote SAF locations to explore historic buildings that SAF is preserving. Spread throughout the year, the excursions will each include a brief introduction to the history of the location followed by a drawing and photography session focusing on the architectural features of the building. Participants will learn how to create both aesthetically pleasing and accurate representations of the buildings.
In the beginning, Sharjah’s Old Radio Station was located in the British-occupied camp in the Yarmouk area of Sharjah. After the United Arab Emirates was founded in 1971, the radio building was renovated to accommodate a local radio station. The UAE Broadcasting Station from Sharjah, also known as Sharjah Radio, was inaugurated on 1 October 1972 and remained functional until 1978. The radio building stands to this day.