The Islamic Center of Greater Cincinnati (ICGC) in West Chester, Ohio is more than a place of worship. Since our opening November 9, 1995 we have come to be known as an organization built on strong interfaith relations, cross-cultural understanding, and service to one and all. Greater Cincinnati Muslims of all ethnicities and backgrounds gather here to pray, socialize and learn. The larger community turns to us as a trusted source of accurate information on Islam and Muslims. Our doors are open to our friends and neighbors and many have returned several times.
History
The founding roots of the Islamic Center of Greater Cincinnati (ICGC) goes back to the 1950s when the community purchased a tiny house on Fairview Avenue to serve as a masjid or mosque and meeting place for the growing community. The Arabic word masjid means “a place where people prostrate toward God”. In 1980, as the community steadily grew, they purchased a larger house on Clifton Avenue that continues to serve as a mosque to Clifton and its surrounding neighborhoods.
The current ICGC property in West Chester was purchased in 1988. There were a number of community leaders spearheading the building of the Center who worked with Ahmad Samawi, founder of Mid-American Development Company. Not only did Mr. Samawi offer the services of his development company, he also made a significant financial commitment to build the Center.
The community came together and turned a long-held dream into a beautiful reality when the Islamic Center of Greater Cincinnati opened in 1995.
Our Campus
Home of the Islamic Center of Greater Cincinnati (ICGC), this 18-acre campus-like facility features a masjid (mosque), a community center housing a multipurpose hall/gymnasium, administrative offices and over 20 classrooms, and an educational building with a mirrored auditorium and several adult classrooms.
Masjid: Our masjid or mosque offers serene and peaceful places to pray, read the Qur’an and contemplate. A beautiful 14,000-sq.-ft. building, the masjid has many must-see architectural and design elements.
Community Center: This multipurpose building, often referred to as the gym hall, holds classrooms for our very active Weekend School program. It is also built to support social gatherings, sports activities and general recreation. The gym is used to host community dinners, parties, and weekend lunches.
Educational Building: This is where you will find our Mirror Hall, an auditorium that accommodates more than 400 people for interfaith discussions, professional seminars, weddings, and more. The building also houses classrooms and conference rooms used for various educational and cultural activities.
Contact the ICGC office to take a tour of this beautiful facility. Open house tours are available the first Saturday of every month. Weekday tours require an appointment.
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