Masjid Al-Farooq - Brooklyn, NY

Masjid Al-Farooq, a cornerstone of the Brooklyn Muslim community since 1976, is an inclusive Islamic center dedicated to worship, education, and social services in accordance with the Quran and Sunnah. Located in a six-story former factory building on Atlantic Avenue, it provides a safe and welcoming space for spiritual growth, social engagement, and family guidance for a diverse, multicultural community. The mosque focuses on fostering unity and a sense of belonging among its members, transcending cultural and political boundaries.

Key Features

Historic Location: Founded in 1976, it is one of Brooklyn's oldest and largest mosques, situated in a converted 1928 factory building in an area with many surrounding Muslim-owned businesses.

Comprehensive Programs & Services: Offers a wide array of services including Nikkah (Islamic marriage), family counseling, Ruqya services, youth programs, and adult education classes, including Friday night Tafseer sessions.

Extensive Educational Offerings: Features a dedicated Islamic school on the second floor with children's Islamic education, a homeschooling program, and summer school options.

Ample Prayer Space: Provides gender-separated prayer facilities, with men's prayer space on the third floor and women's on the fourth, ensuring comfortable worship for all attendees.

Accessibility: Equipped with restrooms, wash (wudu) facilities, and is wheelchair accessible.

Community Hub: Strives to be "the heart of the community" by hosting events and serving as a gathering place that emphasizes Muslim brotherhood and inclusivity.