Category Past Events

Islam Through Time

Guest joined us for an insightful evening as we explored the rich history of Islam in the United States with Amir Muhammad, a renowned historian, author, and co-founder, president, and curator of America’s Islamic Heritage Museum. Mr. Muhammad delved into the historical…

Chrismukkah Celebration

This year, Christmas (Dec 25th) and Hanukkah (Evening of Dec 25th-January 2nd) overlapped, and we celebrated both these holidays with our community! Thank you to the amazing community for coming out and sharing personal stories with us and one another…

Abrahamic House Volunteer Day

The 2024-2025 Abrahamic House Fellows invited community to join them for a volunteer food prep shift at D.C. Central Kitchen on December 29th from 9:00-12:00PM. We know that commitment to community and serving others is something that unites all of…

Friendsgiving Potluck

At the end of November, people across America join with family and friends as we observe the holiday of Thanksgiving. We shared in this spirit of gratitude with our Abrahamic House community around our very own Thanksgiving table. Guests brought…

Día de Muertos

Día de Muertos is an indigenous Mexica holiday that is practiced across Mexico to honor our loved ones who have died. Traditionally, during Día de Muertos we build an altar, or ofrenda, complete with pictures of our loved ones, cempasúchil (marigold)…

Herb Planting For Sukkot

Guests joined our fellows for herb planting and pot decoration for a belated Sukkot celebration! Sukkot, a Hebrew word meaning booths or huts, refers to the Jewish festival of giving thanks for the fall harvest. Ellen explained a little bit…

2024 Fellows Housewarming

The 2024 Abrahamic House Fellows invited guests for a housewarming to kick of their programming. They used this function as a chance to both introduce themselves to the community and also to invite community members to tell them what they…