The Abdullah Hamad Al Zamil Science Oasis is a unique national scientific model that aims to develop the education sector and teaching and learning methods that achieve the Kingdom's Vision 2030. This is achieved through an engaging, interactive scientific environment that presents science and knowledge in a fun and experiential way, utilizing the latest technologies in science exhibitions. This makes it one of the most modern, leading centers for science education in the Middle East, an important knowledge resource, and a distinctive tourist destination for the Qassim region.
The oasis was established with generous support from Zamil Holding Group and community partnerships with several leading Saudi companies: Saudi Aramco, Saudi Telecom Company, and Alinma Bank. The oasis includes six scientific halls containing several interactive exhibits tailored to various knowledge sources and all target groups of students, families, and tourists: the Physics Applications Hall, the Life Sciences Hall, the Earth and Universe Hall, the Oil and Energy Hall, the Technology and Communications Hall, and the Islamic Civilization Hall. The oasis also includes an area for workshops and interactive applications, a children's hall, a mobile exhibition area, a Zamil Holding Group hall, and a gift shop.
Scientific halls
The Abdullah Hamad Al Zamil Oasis includes a diverse group of scientific halls, offering educational and interactive experiences covering various scientific fields. Each hall has been carefully designed to enrich the visitor experience with simple and engaging exhibits, suitable for all ages and groups.
Hall of the Earth and the Universe
Hall Definition: The hall provides an in-depth understanding of natural resources, the water cycle, and the causes and consequences of natural phenomena, contributing to enhancing scientific awareness in a simplified and engaging manner. Overview: This hall is an interactive educational space that aims to inspire visitors and expand their understanding of the nature of planet Earth, its geological and chemical components, and its relationship to the wider universe of planets and solar systems. Number of Exhibits: 16
Life Sciences Hall
Hall Definition: It highlights the functions of the body's organs and ways to maintain health, by combining scientific information with direct interactive experience. Overview: The hall takes the visitor on an interactive tour inside the human body, starting with the cell as the basic unit, passing through the vital systems and their functions, and arriving at genetics and embryo development. Number of exhibits: 16
Physical Sciences Hall
Hall Definition: It introduces visitors to basic physics concepts and their direct relationship to daily life. Overview: The hall offers interactive exhibits that simplify the laws of physics, such as Newton's Third Law, speed, acceleration, and electromagnetic induction, in addition to the concepts of light and the colors of the spectrum. Number of exhibits: 18
Islamic Civilization Hall
Hall Description: It highlights the contributions of Muslim scholars in medicine, astronomy, and engineering, and demonstrates the impact of Islamic civilization on the development of science to this day. Overview: The hall showcases the achievements of Muslim scholars through interactive exhibits, most notably Al-Zahrawi, the founder of surgery, and Al-Jazari, the pioneer of mechanics. These exhibits help simplify scientific concepts and inspire visitors. Number of Exhibits: 23
Technology and Communications Hall
Hall Definition: It addresses the development of communications and digital technologies, highlighting the Kingdom's achievements in this vital sector. Overview: The hall reviews the stages of development of communication methods, starting from traditional methods to the latest technologies such as fifth generation, fiber optics, and the Internet of Things, in addition to explaining computer language (zero and one). Number of exhibits: 12
Oil and Energy Hall
Hall Description: It reviews the history of oil in the Kingdom and introduces various types of traditional and renewable energy sources. Overview: The hall offers an interactive presentation of the history of oil extraction and its development, and introduces types of energy such as solar, wind, nuclear, geothermal, and hydrogen. It also showcases the Kingdom's role in adopting sustainable energy solutions. Number of exhibits: 18
Al Zamil Group Hall
The success story of entrepreneur Abdullah Hamad Al Zamil is presented through an interactive experience that simulates his journey in the world of industry, via innovative digital screens and displays.
Workshop area
The Workshops Space offers visitors a variety of scientific displays, interactive workshops, and innovative hands-on experiments designed to ignite interest in science and inspire students to think critically and constructively.
Mobile Exhibition Area
A rotating corner hosts a variety of limited-time science exhibits on topics such as space, engineering, technology, and modern science. These exhibits are designed to keep the educational experience fresh and inspiring for visitors.
Gift Shop
The gift shop offers a selection of science games, educational tools, and souvenirs related to the center's themes. These are carefully designed to extend the learning experience within the halls and to give visitors the opportunity to purchase products that combine usefulness and enjoyment.
STEM CAFE Coffee Shop
The STEM CAFE is an extension of the visitor's educational experience within the center, by offering drinks and light snacks in a comfortable and quiet environment.
