VOICED: 'Wax museum' offers window to Iraq's past

The video explores the Body Wax Museum in Baghdad, originally an archaeological museum founded by Gertrude Bell. It showcases traditional Iraqi scenes from a peaceful era before wars and sanctions. The museum aims to convey a message of peace and love, highlighting Baghdad's rich cultural heritage. It features over 500 figurines crafted using modern materials like wax and silicon. Despite challenges, including closure after the 2003 invasion and subsequent looting, the museum reopened in 2008. It now serves as an educational site for Iraqi children, offering insights into their cultural heritage and traditions.

What was the primary purpose of the museum as described in the text?

How did the museum director describe the decision to focus on scenes of daily life in Baghdad?

What materials are currently used to create the figurines in the museum?

What challenges did the Baghdadi Museum face after the 2003 US-led invasion?

In what ways has the museum become significant for Iraqi children?