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A ceremonial event dedicated to June 1 – International Children’s Day was held at the Islamic Civilization Center in Uzbekistan, established on the initiative of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan. As part of the celebrations, the official opening ceremony of a modern children's playground and the country’s first-ever Interactive Children’s Museum Exhibition took place at the Center.
Opening the event, Firdavs Abdukhalikov, Director of the Islamic Civilization Center in Uzbekistan, emphasized the importance of the complex in educating and inspiring the younger generation:
“As the initiator and author of the concept of the Islamic Civilization Center, the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan places special emphasis on ensuring that the Center’s activities primarily serve the education and enlightenment of young people. As the Head of State has repeatedly noted, the rich legacy of our great ancestors should inspire young generations to acquire new knowledge and strive for outstanding achievements.
The children’s exhibition opening today serves precisely this noble purpose. It is designed to foster children’s interest in science, history, and creativity. Our great ancestors achieved remarkable success from a young age: Ibn Sina became renowned for his profound knowledge by the age of sixteen, Al-Biruni studied astronomy from childhood, and Mirzo Ulugbek, despite being a young ruler, made an unparalleled contribution to the advancement of science.
We believe that this exhibition will strengthen children’s pride in their history and heritage, inspire them toward new discoveries, and encourage them to pursue lofty goals.”
During the ceremony, Ahmed Salim, producer of the British organization 1001 Inventions and one of the project’s key contributors, also addressed the audience. He expressed gratitude to the President of Uzbekistan for initiating this mega-project and delivered an inspiring message to the children:
“This country is so fascinating and rich that there are a thousand and one reasons why it has achieved such a distinguished status. Dear children of Uzbekistan, today you are witnessing only one of those thousand and one reasons. The many other remarkable aspects are embodied within the unique knowledge and talents of your own young generation. Inside, you will discover valuable information about the achievements of great scholars and scientists whose innovations transformed the world through knowledge, learning, and progress. Are you ready to see it? But you must make us one promise: in the future, you too will become the creators of great achievements just like these!”
Deputy Minister of Preschool and School Education Azizbek Turdiyev also congratulated the children on the occasion and highlighted the scientific significance of the Center, noting that it serves as a true source of inspiration for the younger generation.
“The Islamic Civilization Center in Uzbekistan, established on the initiative of our President, has even secured a place in the Guinness World Records. Simply standing here today is part of a historic event. You, as the builders of the future, should make full use of the opportunities offered here to thoroughly study both our history and modern technologies,” he said.
Museum pavilions: Where innovation meets history
The newly opened Children’s Playground is designed for children and teenagers aged 7 to 12. It consists of four specialized pavilions that combine storytelling, national history, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education.
Pavilion 1 – Welcome area
Visitors are greeted by magical animations and a giant illuminated book titled “1001 Inventions: From Uzbekistan to the World.” Eight interactive touchscreens have been installed to test children’s initial knowledge.
Pavilion 2 – Gallery of great scholars
This section features wax figures of Uzbekistan’s great historical figures alongside modern digital avatars. Children can engage in interactive conversations with representations of these scholars as they appeared in their youth.
Pavilion 3 – Cinema zone
A special six-minute animated film created using artificial intelligence is screened for visitors.
Pavilion 4 – Creativity and science laboratory
The largest and most interactive section of the playground, featuring more than 15 high-tech educational stations, including:
Safety and international standards
The exhibition has been designed in accordance with international child protection policies. The highest safety standards have been implemented throughout the facility, and specially trained facilitators are available to assist children. All museum content and instructions are presented in three languages: Uzbek, Russian, and English.
The event attracted significant attention from the media and the blogging community. Nearly 20 representatives from the country’s leading television channels, print publications, and online media outlets provided extensive coverage of the opening ceremony.
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