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Location
Visitor tip
Park in the back of the building but enter through the front/street side entrance for the best experience
Visitor tip
Start on the bottom floor to learn foundational Arab history, Islam origins, and see artifacts like calligraphy before moving to upper floors for contemporary art and more complex historical narratives
Visitor tip
Don't miss the gift shop which features authentic handmade Palestinian artwork and curated items reflecting Arab culture—a meaningful way to support artisans
About Arab American National Museum
History exhibits, artwork & guided tours. Modern museum showcases Arab-American history & cultural exhibits amid a central atrium & courtyard.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Museum dedicated to Arab American history and culture
- Distinction
- First and only museum dedicated to telling the Arab American story
- Key Features
- Rotating exhibits, pop-up performances, cultural events, historical documents and artifacts
- Membership
- Available
What visitors say
I went with my friend from Algonac, we drove in from the Mount Clemens area. I’d been eager to check out this place for a while and so I’m glad I finally got around to doing so. For students the tickets are five dollars each, so we…
We really enjoyed this museum. There is a lot to read and take in on the second floor. It was interesting to find out the Arabic ancestry of many familiar people. Also interesting to see the stories of many immigrants. We appreciated…
Visited the museum for the Dearborn coffee week closing day panel event at the museum that was organized by mayor Abdullah Hammoud and his team. It was my first time at the museum I really liked it as it does a good job at explaining…
From 169 Google reviews
Did You Know?
- The museum features a dedicated Palestine exhibit with interactive technology including an interactive map with videos discussing colonization and regional impacts
- Student admission is only $5 per ticket, making it one of the most affordable museum experiences in the region
- The museum spans three floors with exhibits covering Islamic history and origins, contemporary Arab art in the basement, and Palestine-focused exhibits on the upper floor
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