The College of Mass Communication at the University of Baghdad announced the opening of a documentary museum that includes a variety of unique pieces dating back to different eras in the history of journalism and media, collected during a long period of hard work and perseverance. The new museum includes a newspaper press as well as an impressive collection of ancient newspapers representing various eras in the history of journalism, from pre-industrial manual newspapers to modern newspapers published today.
This rare collection is an important source for studying the evolution of journalism and media over time and exposes visitors to an interesting experience through photographs and articles documenting different historical periods in the history of the development of journalism .The inauguration of the College of Mass Communication Museum is an important addition to the cultural scene at the University of Baghdad, as it contributes to enhancing cultural and educational awareness among the student community, and represents an attractive environment for visitors all over the country who are interested in the history of journalism and media.
On this occasion, Prof. Ammar Taher, Dean of the College of Mass Communication, said: “The opening of this museum came as a result of the hard work and perseverance of all employees in the college, and reflects our ambitious vision to create a modern educational environment that helps our students better understand the history of media and journalism and its developments over time.” “We are proud to add this museum to the college’s range of educational facilities, and we hope that it will inspire students to develop their skills and knowledge in this vital field,” adds the dean. The museum is scheduled to be open to students and media institutions during the official working hours of the college, especially for those who have the desire to benefit from this distinguished educational resource of its kind. Experts point out that such museums play an important role in enriching societies and promoting cultural and educational awareness. The museum is expected to be very popular with pioneers of journalism and media institutions, as it displays valuable collections that reflect the developments of media and journalism over time, and serves as a source of inspiration and motivation for young generations of journalists interested in this field.
