By: Yidan Fan/Arab America Contributing Writer During the COVID-19 pandemic, there are still various ways to experience Arab culture. This article will introduce you 10 ways to enjoy Arab culture in Washington, DC. 1. Enjoy Virtual Art Exhibitions The Middle East Institute, the oldest think tank focused on the Middle Eastern region in Washington, DC, … Continued
By: Ala Abed-Rabbo/Arab America Contributing Writer The tale of Arab American literature began in the late 1800s when Arab immigrants traveled to North America. They traveled in large numbers from the Syrian region of the Ottoman Empire, mainly from what is now present-day Lebanon. They settled in cities such as Boston and New York. Who … Continued
By: Nana Osei/Arab America Contributing Writer Kahlil Gibran is an Arab American of many talents. Born in the Bsharri, Mount Lebanon Mutasarrifate on January 6, 1883, he discovered his artistic and creative ability at a young age. Gibran was originally named Khalil but prefers to be known as Kahlil. (Notice the different placement of … Continued
Source: The Huffington Post The field of Arab American studies is being revolutionized by a movement of independent scholars that is leveraging the new accessibility of genealogical information and newspapers in digital databases. Important topics like the history of the “Syrian quarter” in Lower Manhattan and the biographies of key Arab American political and literary … Continued
By Kristopher Monroe Do Savannah Opening April 21 at the Jepson Center, Telfair Museums presents a treasured selection of work from its permanent collection in “Kahlil Gibran and the Feminine Divine.” Gibran was a visionary artist and poet whose philosophy was and still is ahead of its time. Born in 1883 in the town of … Continued
From a director of The Lion King, the breathtaking animated feature Kahlil Gibran’s The Prophet is coming to Digital HD on January 19, 2016, and Blu-ray™ combo pack, DVD and On Demand on February 2, 2016, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment, in partnership with GKIDS. Based on one the most beloved and bestselling books of … Continued
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