International Museum of Muslim Cultures, islamic history and culture museum in Jackson, Mississippi
The International Museum of Muslim Cultures is a museum in Jackson, Mississippi, showcasing Islamic history, art, and traditions. The exhibitions contain ancient manuscripts, calligraphy, textiles, and contemporary artworks from artists of various cultures.
The museum was founded in 2001 by a group of local Muslims wanting to share their culture. It was the first of its kind in the US and opened initially with a major exhibition on Moorish Spain, later moved to downtown Jackson and has since presented manuscripts from Timbuktu.
The institution celebrates the diversity of Muslim communities worldwide. Visitors discover how different cultures maintain their traditions through crafts, art, and daily practices today.
The museum is located in Jackson's Arts District and is open to visitors Tuesday through Saturday. Groups are welcome with guided tours, and information is available online for any practical questions.
The manuscripts from Timbuktu show that Africa was a center of scholarship and written culture centuries before European modernity. These documents disprove the false idea that oral tradition was the only way knowledge was passed down in Africa.
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