Originally built in 1896, Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum House was declared a national museum which later has been restored as a museum. This was the residential quarters of Dubai’s former ruler named Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum who ruled Dubai from 1921 to 1958. The building is located along the Dubai Creek in the locality of Al Shindagha.

Built in traditional Arabian architecture the house was converted to a fully fledged museum after the death of Sheikh Saeed in 1958. It is known as the museum of historical photographs and Documents of the Emirate of Dubai which includes many historical photographs of Dubai from its pre historic period. It is divided into wings as per the different historical and cultural periods. Presently this house boasts of photos that depict the different generations of the Al Maktoum family. Coins and stamps which are on display are also great evidences of the ancient culture and lifestyle of Dubai.

The restoration of this house to a museum did not destroy the traditional architectural designs as the wooden lattice screens, carved teak doors and windows, and the balustrades of railings are still preserved. The ventilation screens that are set into the walls are designed with floral and geometric designs. The house also boasts of 30 rooms which are built around the central courtyard. Visitors can enter this house from two sides which are from the creek side as well as from the rear of the building which is believed to be the entrance of the family members.

Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum is a wonderful site to be visited by those who are on cultural tour. Guests of Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai will have the privilege of conveniently accessing this cultural attraction in Dubai.