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Arab American Heritage Month highlights and celebrates the rich culture and achievements of Arab Americans and Arab-speaking Americans throughout U.S. history. In 2017, Arab America and the Arab America Foundation launched the National Arab American Heritage Month initiative, which Congress recognized as a National Initiative in 2022. Celebrate by exploring the booklists and web resources on this page!
Booklists
- Children’s Arab American Month Booklist 2023
- Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Booklist
- Arab Americans (Hoopla)
- Overdrive
- Scroll to the bottom of this page for the Children’s, Adult Fiction, and Adult Nonfiction booklists
Website Links
- Arab American Heritage Month (History Channel)
Commemorate Arab American heritage with the History Channel and take a look at historic Arab immigration to the U.S., as well as information about things you can do to celebrate. - Arab American National Museum
The first and only museum dedicated to telling the Arab American story. - Celebrate American Heritage Month (PBS)
Watch documentaries and programs that celebrate the diversity and history of Arab American communities. - Arab American Foundation
Learn the history of National Arab American Heritage Month being established as a nationally recognized heritage month. - Flags of Arabic Nations for Kids
A printable graphic for learning the flags of Arabic nations. - Arab American History and Culture (The Smithsonian)
Explore photos and articles in the Smithsonian archives to learn more about Arab American history and culture. - Arab American Institute (AAI)
The AAI supports programs that promote greater awareness of Arab Americans in the United States, demographic research, and international outreach.