10 Prominent Mosques in New York City (NYC)

These mosques serve as important centers for prayer, community gatherings, and Islamic education:

1. Islamic Cultural Center of New York (ICCNY)

• Address: 1711 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10029

• Highlights: One of the most iconic mosques in NYC, known for its stunning architecture and large congregation. It offers daily prayers, Friday Jummah, and community programs.

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2. Masjid Malcolm Shabazz (formerly Mosque No. 7)

• Address: 102 W 116th St, New York, NY 10026

• Highlights: A historic mosque in Harlem with ties to Malcolm X and the Nation of Islam. It now follows mainstream Sunni Islam and serves a diverse community.

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3. Masjid At-Taqwa

• Address: 554 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211

• Highlights: A prominent mosque in Brooklyn, known for its community activism and educational programs.

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4. Masjid Al-Farah

• Address: 245 West Broadway, New York, NY 10013

• Highlights: A Sufi mosque in Tribeca, led by Imam Feisal Abdul Rauf. It is known for its inclusive and interfaith initiatives.

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5. Islamic Society of Mid Manhattan (ISMM)

• Address: 30 West 71st St, New York, NY 10023

• Highlights: A mosque located on the Upper West Side, offering daily prayers, Quran classes, and community events.

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6. Masjid Manhattan

• Address: 30 Cliff St, New York, NY 10038

• Highlights: A mosque in the Financial District, serving professionals and residents in Lower Manhattan. It offers daily prayers and Friday Jummah.

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7. Masjid Dar Al-Dawah

• Address: 515 W 14th St, New York, NY 10014

• Highlights: A mosque in the West Village, known for its welcoming atmosphere and focus on dawah (Islamic outreach).

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8. Taqwa Mosque

• Address: 1320 5th Ave, New York, NY 10029

• Highlights: A mosque in East Harlem, serving a diverse community with daily prayers, Quran classes, and youth programs.

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9. Masjid Al-Iman

• Address: 137-58 Geranium Ave, Flushing, NY 11355

• Highlights: A mosque in Queens, serving a large and diverse Muslim community. It offers daily prayers, Taraweeh during Ramadan, and educational programs.

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10. Masjid Al-Abidin

• Address: 148-29 Hillside Ave, Jamaica, NY 11435

• Highlights: A mosque in Queens, known for its active community engagement and educational initiatives.

These mosques are central to the spiritual and social lives of Muslims in NYC, providing spaces for worship, education, and community building. If you plan to visit, it’s a good idea to check their websites or contact them for prayer times and event schedules.

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