America's Islamic Heritage Museum

America's Islamic Heritage Museum History of Islam and Muslims in America America's Islamic Heritage Museum opened to the public on April 30, 2011. Our exhibits are empowering and insightful.
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Located in Washington, DC it is a continuation of the traveling exhibition, Collections and Stories of American Muslims (CSAM) which was established as a non-profit in 1996. Before opening the museum, CSAM traveled domestically and internationally to better inform the public of the early and continued presence of Muslims in America. Throughout American history Islam and Muslims has always been pre

sent as a culture with religious influence. Muslims of various backgrounds have come to these shores in successive waves since the earliest navigators up until present day. The goal of America's Islamic Heritage Museum is to collect and preserve those stories for posterity. The exhibits bring to life America's rich Islamic heritage with some eye opening photographs, documents, and objects, which reflect America's rich culture diversity connecting Muslims to early America. They are great educational tools for the public.

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๐ŸŒ™ **Islamic Heritage Month - October Virtual Programming** ๐ŸŒ™Dear community,In honor of Islamic Heritage Month this Octob...
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๐ŸŒ™ **Islamic Heritage Month - October Virtual Programming** ๐ŸŒ™

Dear community,

In honor of Islamic Heritage Month this October, we are excited to present a series of insightful virtual events that highlight significant facets of our rich history.

**Scheduled Events:**

1๏ธโƒฃ **Exploring The Gullah Geechee Lowcountry Historical Sites and Museums**

With Historian & Curator, Amir Muhammad

2๏ธโƒฃ **Islam and Muslims: From West Africa to America**

An enlightening presentation by Amir Muhammad that chronicles the vibrant history and enduring legacy of how Islam transitioned to America.

3๏ธโƒฃ **Continuation: Islam and Muslims From West Africa to America**

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ [Reserve Your Spot](http://www.aihmuseum.org/calendar)

We invite you to join us in this journey of discovery. For a detailed schedule and to save these events to your calendar, please visit:(http://www.aihmuseum.org/calendar)

Your presence would greatly enrich our collective learning.

Warm regards,

America's Islamic Heritage Museum

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Washington D.C., DC

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