The Arab American National Museum

The Arab American National Museum (AANM) is the first and only museum in the world devoted to Arab American history and culture. Arab Americans have enriched the economic, political and cultural landscape of American life. By bringing the voices and faces of Arab Americans to mainstream audiences, the AANM seeks to dispel misconceptions about Arab Americans and other minorities. The Museum brings to light the shared experiences of immigrants and ethnic groups, paying tribute to the diversity of our nation.

Opened in 2005, the Arab American National Museum is a program of ACCESS and an outgrowth of ACCESS’ Cultural Arts programs. At its core are four permanent interactive exhibits: Contributions of the Arab World; Coming To America; Living in America; and Making An Impact.  The 38,500-square-foot building also includes two rotating gallery spaces featuring a variety of exhibitions including contemporary art and photography. The Museum offers an annual Arab Film Festival and a weekly world music concert series in its intimate, 156-seat auditorium, and is a presenter of the annual Concert of Colors, a free world music festival that has celebrated the diversity of metro Detroit every summer for 15 years. Every other year, the AANM convenes creative Arab Americans at DIWAN: A Forum for the Arts.

In a colorful setting decorated with traditional Arabic architectural elements and the best in exhibit design, the Museum experience is embellished by guided tours, catered meals, a Museum Store and a visit to the AANM’s Library & Resource Center, an emerging center for research into the experiences and achievements of Arab Americans. The Arab American National Museum is a fascinating experience for people of all ages and ethnicities.

Visit the Arab American National Museum Website at http://www.arabamericanmuseum.org/.