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BUILDING ISLAM IN DETROIT FOUNDATIONS / FORMS / FUTURES

August 29 - September 13, 2008 Exhibit Opening: August 29, 6:00 - 9:00 PM

Muslim Center of Detroit 1605 Davison West Detroit, Michigan 48238

BUILDING ISLAM IN DETROIT FOUNDATIONS / FORMS / FUTURES The Muslim Center of Detroit welcomes the Ministry of Imam Warith Deen Mohammed for the annual Islamic Convention and cordially invites you to the opening of the Building Islam in Detroit exhibition on FRIDAY, AUGUST 29, FROM 6:00 - 9:00 PM. Building Islam in Detroit is a research project that documents the growth of mosques and Muslim communities in greater Detroit over the last century. We hope this exhibit will help you appreciate the historical richness, diversity, and influence of Islam in Detroit. Shaped by experiences of discrimination and opportunity, struggle and accomplishment, the building projects on display here are the groundwork of a Muslim American future. EXHIBIT DATES: AUGUST 29 - SEPTEMBER 13, 2008 Exhibit open after the Convention at Islamic Prayer times and by appointment. Groups are encouraged to call ahead for reservations 313.883.3330. For more information, call 313.883.3330. Building Islam in Detroit has received generous support from the following University of Michigan programs: Grant Opportunities for Collaborative Spaces, Digital Media Commons; the Rackham Interdisciplinary Institute; the Islam/Art/America Initiative (International Institute); and the Islamic Studies Initiative (International Institute). www.umich.edu/~biid

Muslim Center of Detroit 1605 Davison West Detroit, Michigan 48238