Dearborn Mosque

The Dearborn Mosque is a religious prayer center in Dearborn, Michigan, occupying three stories at a major street intersection. The structure displays a central dome and two minarets flanking the main prayer hall.

The prayer house was founded by Lebanese immigrants and stands as one of the earliest Islamic prayer buildings in North America. It played a key role in establishing the Muslim community in the region.

The mosque reflects architectural traditions from the Arab world through its design and decorative details. Visitors notice how the prayer hall incorporates elements that connect worshippers to their heritage and faith practices.

The building sits on Vernor Highway and can accommodate a large number of worshippers during prayer times. Visitors should wear respectful clothing and check prayer times ahead of time to plan an appropriate visit.

The prayer house was one of the first buildings in the US permitted to broadcast the call to prayer through loudspeakers. This permission marked an important moment in the history of religious freedom and recognition of Muslim practices in America.

Location: Dearborn

Inception: 1837

Capacity: 2000

Website: http://masjiddearborn.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=56&Itemid=69

GPS coordinates: 42.30442,-83.14361

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:01