Reviews of Arab American National Museum (Museum)

Ganj Beebani

A must see for anyone interested in the journey of Arab Americans, an immigration story that dates farther back than most people think. The rotating exhibits, performances, and movie screenings are fantastic and pertain to current events. The permanent collection is text-heavy, so give yourself plenty of time. My favorite is the letters exchanged between a young Jordanian woman and her parents after she informs them she is in love with an American man and asks for their blessing in marriage. Read the Arabic original text if you can as it is heartwarming; the English translation is pretty good too.

Christopher Stevens

Great experience, attended as part of an assignment for Cultural Anthropology. Our professor is actually the Directors of Education Programs here. As a movie buff, I particularly enjoyed the "in Entertainment" section! The building is filled with beautiful art and imagery. If you have an opportunity to take a tour or visit the gift shop take a look.

Basema Ali

Very educated place

Abdullah Alahmadi

(Translated) Everything here is great .. the exhibition, the staff, the design, I advise you to visit it (Original) كل شيء هنا رائع .. المعرض ، الموظفين ، الديزاين ، انصحكم بزيارته

Charles Cini

Beautiful exhibits and very good educational experience for all !

Ahmed Badr

A place from the community that gives back to the community. I got the chance to be one of the instructors for their wonderful photography programs “ Sura” for this year which gave me the chance to give back to the little ones. I wish they have more advertising budget for the plenty events that’s goin on on their plate that enriches the community Love working with you guys!

Mark Ealy

awesome history .......

Awwad al-ghazali

Great place to teach kids about arab American history and the relationship between

Abobakr Alkhaili

I want to go

Gabbi RISING

I volunteer here, very wonderful staff group, rich culture within the museum and interesting events

Sandra Nader

The Arab American National museum is a very nice place to go and really learn about Arab Americans.

hawra alnabi

Went with my 8 year old son. As an Arab American I was happy to take my son to a museum that represents him and his background. We go to a lot of museums that represent other cultures and backgrounds and it was nice to go to one that we can relate to. I learned a lot about the first Arab Immigrants to the USA.

A. Lemar

This place looks small from the outside so makes you think it can’t possibly be any good but once you go inside, it’s absolutely amazing how much you can learn. Arabic or not, you will enjoy every moment you spend in this beautiful museum. I love it and can’t wait to bring the kids along for the next visit.

Unis Malahi

I learned a lot also had a great time, excellent service must visit if you live anywhere near Dearborn

A Roman

Beautiful place

Jeff Moran

What an amazing place. Looking from the outside, you think how much can be in such a small space? Well after 2.5 hours of wandering through the exhibits, I can tell you there is plenty to see. I have always thought Arab = Muslim, but I learned Arabs are also Christian and Jewish. If you are ever in Dearborn, MI, I would recommend a visit.

Joseph Najjar

Only had a short time to visit, but will definitely be back.

operfun kiki

It was amazing we learned about arab history.I learned a lot and they have free wifi thare.

Safwan Abdullah

$8 dollars admission and just $4 for student, which makes it so affordable. It's nice collection of books instruments, and things of Arab, but very little. I think they have plenty of things to add here. Second floor have belonging of American Arab when they came here. You could check all the museum in hour -2 hours I'd say, and 4 dollars to enjoy seeing these collections are worth it.

ali ali

waste of money and time .

Nahed Hamad

My trip to Michigan would be empty without the Arab American Museum. As a state known for its diverse culture, I just had to attend the tour at this Museum. The guides were great at speaking and did a wonderful job at making it interactive.

M Madagame

I'm always amazed at how much I learn when I visit this museum! Just being reminded America is built on the people who immigrated here is powerful. It can't be separated from our American fiber! It's a good dose of truth. The staff here are helpful, kind and answer any questions. This place has a good feel.

C Davis

A beautiful space with so much fascinating and poignant content; staff is so friendly and welcoming. Lejla, the Community Events Organizer, is very professional and knowledgeable as well as a joy to work with.

Charon Normand-Widmer

Watched a play called Burq-OFF. It was fantastic! A must see!

Wessam Elmeligi

Exceeded my expectations. Very original.

Rawad Srour

Great place to learn history.

Lou Donkle

Very informative and friendly in a beautiful modern building ... park in the back ... enter in the front. I am so glad I finally made time to visit! As a non-Arab, I have always been curious about Islam and the Middle East, and this museum is perfect place to gain an understanding of those questions. I recommend following the phone-guided tour at your own pace. The staff was very friendly and helpful with my questions after my visit too.

adrian b

So impressed with the museum's recent programming. The quality of these events has been phenomenal -- consistently eye-opening, well-timed and with a strong community focus. I can only assume that this is all the result of wise museum leadership, trusting their young staff members to take the lead on curating events and partnerships. It seems like the museum is going through a "golden generation" moment right now and I really hope it lasts. Please do yourself a favor and don't miss out.

Kadham Aljehishi

Nice place

Amanda Morrison

Small museum packed with information. The staff was friendly, answering a question I had for a class assignment. There were multiple interactive pieces, pictures, audio, artifacts, etc. Student price was $4. Cute gift shop.

sam ash

Awesome pieces and very interesting history. Staff are very pleasant

Kamran Zaidi

Truly helpful stuff.

phyllis howard

Volunteering and it was worth my time. Beautiful art work and enjoyed the opportunity to learn more about the Arabic culture.

Laila 01

Such a fun place to visit! Its a great place to learn about Arab and Arab American culture. I would definitely recommend!

Minghung Hsu

It is a great place to understand the history.

M Elder

Very interesting history and culture. Makes all of us proud to be American

A K

Great!

Hrk Btl

(Translated) Small museum but well documented, I bought the book from the museum. We learn that Arab migrants (Middle East) have also participated in the history of the USA. Even in the days of the Wild West or in the Titanic (I also found the trace among the victims of the sinking of the two cousins of my grandmother. She had vaguely told me about her two cousins a long time ago who wanted to realize their American dream and who perished to the despair of their mother before even setting foot in the United States. I was moved to find their name in the list of the many victims of the sinking.) (Original) Petit musée mais bien documenté, j’ai acheté le livre du musée. On apprend que les migrants arabes (Moyen-Orient) ont participé eux aussi à l’histoire des USA. Même au temps du far West ou dans le Titanic (j’ai d’ailleurs retrouvé la trace parmi les victimes du naufrages des deux cousins de ma grand-mère. Elle m’en avait vaguement parlé il y a longtemps de ses deux cousins germains qui voulaient réaliser leur rêve américain et qui ont péri au grand désespoir de leur mère avant même de poser les pieds aux Etats-Unis. J’ai été émue de retrouver leur nom dans la liste des nombreuses victimes du naufrage.)

Evelyn Matzkin

(Translated) Notcool (Original) Notcool

Lillie Heard

Very informative and soo much knowledge to take in

Kenan Kabbani

Very awesome place. My siblings and I really learned a lot. If you do have young children with you, don't go to the basement. The exhibit there talks about discrimination and the imagery is a good representation but not appropriate for children under 12.

Holly W

I went on a one-hour group tour with some school mates. I had such a good time! The architecture, paintings, historical artifacts, and overall set-up of the museum was beautiful, engaging, and interesting. I Overall, it was because of our tour guides that this trip went beyond my expectations: she (the main tour guide) and her assistant were incredibly informative, enthusiastic, intelligent, engaging, and patient. A very mind-opening and educational trip (: I would definitely go again!

Lori Sommer

I always try to venture out of my comfort zone and gain knowledge through personal experiences and education when traveling. I was so impressed with this museum and the presentation of their artifacts. The history of Arab Americans and their immigration stories are like many other nationalities who struggled coming to America. I strongly recommend this museum, it's a great place to visit if you're in the Detroit area.

Omeralfaroug Adam

I love it ❤️ Great Staff, Great Pieces of Art Truly a different experience!!!

philn johnson

This is a beautiful museum with amazing culture and art pieces from different parts of the Arab world.