Los Angeles Islamic Center - Los Angeles, CA

The Los Angeles Islamic Center (LAIC) is a welcoming and serene hub for Muslims in Los Angeles, providing a peaceful environment for prayer, guidance, and personal reflection. It is known for its focus on a positive, inclusive community, especially for children, with imams who focus on fostering love and kindness.
The larger Islamic Center of Southern California (ICSC), located nearby on Vermont Ave, is a significant cultural landmark and one of the largest mosques in the region, attracting thousands for Friday prayers. It is a pioneering institution, committed to civic engagement, interfaith dialogue, and establishing a vibrant American Muslim identity. The ICSC building features distinctive Art Deco architecture with blue brick arches.

Key Features

Los Angeles Islamic Center (LAIC)

Regular Worship: Offers daily prayers and Friday (Jumu'ah) services.

Welcoming Environment: Known for its clean, organized, and welcoming atmosphere that encourages community building and does not use fear-based messaging.

Accessibility: Fully wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking lot, restroom, and seating.

Community Events: Hosts various programs and events to serve the spiritual and social needs of the local Muslim population.

Islamic Center of Southern California (ICSC)

Large Community Hub: Serves as a central gathering place, attracting a large and diverse congregation.

Community Services: Runs a weekly food pantry and provides mortuary and funeral services.

Educational Focus: Offers various educational programs, including a Sunday School program, Qur'anic studies, and Arabic language education through the Bureau of Islamic & Arabic Education (BIAE).

Civic Engagement: Historically established the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC), a prominent national organization that works to improve public understanding of Islam and represent American Muslim interests in government and media.

Bookstore: Features an on-site bookstore selling books, Islamic clothing, and home decor.

Modern Architecture: The current building features unique original Art Deco architecture.