Many American Muslim communities have experienced reticence about engaging in American political life, either due to a tendency to self-isolate, previous bad experience interacting with government prior to immigrating to the U.S., or concerns about ‘making too much noise’ as a minority group. However, a new generation of American Muslims is putting aside these reservations and are stepping enthusiastically into American civic life.
Muslim American Golfer Blazes a New Trail
Noor Ahmed is a college student and one of the nation’s stop college golfers. She also wears hijab and, despite facing hatred and criticism over her faith and religious identity, has found a supportive home on her golf team.
On Washington DC’s Hidden Islamic Trail
Washington, DC has a long Muslim history, but one has to dig to find it. Read this fascinating piece at the link below about following and uncovering DC’s hidden Islamic trail through the city’s architecture and museums.
New Museum Exhibition Showcases Muslim Cultures
A new exhibition for kids that focuses on Islam and Muslim cultures is coming to Philadelphia’s Please Touch Museum! Learn more about this fascinating show at the link below.
Islam’s Long History in America
Islam has a long history in the United States, with many of the country’s first Muslims arriving in North America as enslaved people. Learn more about this important history at the link below.
