Mission (Our Purpose)
Rooted in Arab arts and language, Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture offers artistic and educational programming that enriches understanding and celebrates diversity, while supporting the pursuit and affirmation of Arab American cultural identity and playing a constructive civic role within broader American society.
Education
Education
We offer semester and year-long in-school and after-school Arab Arts Programming for students in Philadelphia. Students can attend classes in visual arts and drumming over the course of the year, gaining sustained exposure to and cumulative education on Arab art and culture.
Art & Culture Programming
From concerts, to art exhibitions, to movie screenings, Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture’s arts programming bridges the past and the future and generatively connects Arab culture to those of other peoples.
Art Exhibitions
We uplift Arab Artists through art exhibitions hosted in our Gallery at 310 W Master St. Join us on the 2nd Thursday of each month to view the exhibitions in person.
Arabic Language Classes
We offers in-person and remote Arabic language courses for both kids and adults. Each course follows a carefully tailored curriculum, designed to meet the needs of our students. Register to
Arabic for Adults
Arabic for Kids
Civic Engagement
Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture has worked with community centers, schools, libraries, museums, social service organizations, faith-based organizations, government departments, concerned citizens, and others in pursuit of enriching engagements that bring together peoples and communities.
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