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Dubai Private School Hosts Rare Art Exhibition: "Royal Lineage Across a Thousand Years of History"

Royal Lineage Across a Thousand Years of History: A landmark exhibition opens for the first time in Dubai at BC Academy International School

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17 February 2026

Last updated on 17 February 2026

For the first time in Dubai, the exhibition “Royal Lineage Across a Thousand Years of History” has opened at the school gallery of BC Academy, marking a unique moment where fine art, education, and cultural dialogue come together within a school environment.

The exhibition opened with the personal participation of Prince Nikita Lobanov-Rostovsky, who visited Dubai together with his wife, Princess June Lobanov-Rostovsky.

During their visit, they toured the school, met with the BC Academy community, and engaged in an inspiring dialogue with students, parents, educators, and invited guests.

Prince Nikita Dmitrievich Lobanov-Rostovsky is a descendant of the ancient Rurikid dynasty. He is a distinguished collector, philanthropist, geologist, financier, and writer - a man of rare destiny and exceptional inner strength.

In his youth, he was a junior breaststroke swimming champion of Bulgaria, an early reflection of the discipline and resilience that have shaped his remarkable life and enduring commitment to culture and the arts.

A graduate of the University of Oxford, Prince Nikita built an international career in geology and finance, while simultaneously dedicating his life to the preservation and study of art. He is internationally recognised for his unique collection, focusing on historical periods defined by innovation, bold ideas, and cultural transformation.

As a meaningful cultural gesture, Prince Nikita Lobanov-Rostovsky gifted the school a number of artworks depicting views of old London, enriching the school’s permanent collection and leaving a lasting artistic legacy for future generations.

The exhibition was officially opened by Abdulla Saleh, Deputy Minister of Economy of the UAE.

The opening was also attended by representatives of Art Dubai.

BC Academy hopes that exhibitions of this kind will continue to inspire new ideas, broaden cultural horizons, and encourage students to see art not only as history, but as a living force that shapes the future.

SEE ALSO: Art, Culture, and Inspiration Come Alive: A One-of-a-Kind Celebration at BC Academy

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Register HERE for their next Open Day and experience it for yourself.

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Founded in 2024, BC Academy is a British Curriculum International School and Nursery offering a transformative, all-through education for learners aged 0–18 years in Dubai. Located in the heart of Umm Suqeim 2, Jumeirah, their spacious 20,000m² campus blends accessibility with a calm, future-ready learning environment. BC Academy believes in empowering every learner to lead with purpose. As a boutique school with a capacity of just 700 pupils, the school is intentionally designed to foster belonging, where each child feels seen, supported, and celebrated. This close-knit structure ensures authentic relationships and a personalised approach, while still providing a vibrant, globally relevant school experience.

BC Academy International School, G19 - 19B St, Umm Suqeim 2, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

 
 

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