Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture

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Rooted in Arab arts and language, Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture offers artistic and educational programming that enriches cross-cultural understanding and celebrates diversity.

Meet the incredible instructors who make our summers so unforgettable!Miss Noora Al-Rawi is returning to the Al-Bustan f...
06/19/2026

Meet the incredible instructors who make our summers so unforgettable!

Miss Noora Al-Rawi is returning to the Al-Bustan family for her second amazing year! Many of our camp families already know her for her deep passion and dedication to teaching the Arabic language. But this summer, again, she is also bringing her incredible culinary talents to the camp as our Teen Cooking Class instructor!

Miss Noora is a talented self-taught cook who inherited her love for traditional cooking and family recipes from her mother. She brings a beautiful blend of cultural heritage, storytelling, and flavor to everything she does—skills she loves sharing with her community and on social media.

Whether your teen is learning a new recipe with her for the first time or returning to connect with cultural traditions, learning from Miss Noora is an experience they won't want to miss!

Help us welcome her back in the comments!

It’s summer volunteer time 😎Share your time, passion, and skills to help us bring vibrant cultural programming and story...
06/18/2026

It’s summer volunteer time 😎

Share your time, passion, and skills to help us bring vibrant cultural programming and storytelling to life!

🔗Apply now through the link in bio

The story of the Hijra reminds us that one idea can change the world—all it takes is a good intention, a faithful friend...
06/16/2026

The story of the Hijra reminds us that one idea can change the world—all it takes is a good intention, a faithful friend, and deep faith. ✨ Happy Hijri New Year 1448

Photo from Madinah by me_coskun38

Al-Bustan Summer Camp is just around the corner!As we count down the days to camp, it’s time to start meeting the incred...
06/13/2026

Al-Bustan Summer Camp is just around the corner!

As we count down the days to camp, it’s time to start meeting the incredible instructors who make our summers so unforgettable!

Mr. Hafez has been a beloved part of the Al-Bustan family for a very long time. For years, he has brought his incredible energy, mastery of Arab percussion, and passion for teaching to our campers. He is a pillar of our programs, and so many of our returning families already know and love him for the rhythm, joy, and cultural heritage he brings to the classroom every single day.

Whether your child is drum-rolling with him for the first time or returning for another amazing year, learning from Mr. Hafez is an experience they won't want to miss!

Help us welcome him back in the comments!

When pop singer Sabrina Carpenter apologized for mocking a ululating fan at her April 10 Coachella performance, many Ara...
06/10/2026

When pop singer Sabrina Carpenter apologized for mocking a ululating fan at her April 10 Coachella performance, many Arab Americans saw more than a celebrity misunderstanding. The moment ignited a broader conversation about a centuries-old vocal tradition rooted in joy, celebration, womanhood and resistance.
During her headlining set at Coachella, Carpenter paused after hearing a fan perform a zaghrouta (زغروطة), also known as a zaghareet (زغاريط), from the audience. “I think I heard someone yodel. Is that what you’re doing? I don’t like it,” she said onstage. The fan replied, “It’s my culture,” and Carpenter continued: “That’s your culture, is yodeling? Is this Burning Man? What’s going on? This is weird.”

The following day, Carpenter issued a public apology on X, stating her reaction was “pure confusion, sarcasm and not ill-intended.” For many in the Arab diaspora, however, the exchange became a gateway into a broader discussion about a sound deeply woven into everyday life across the Middle East and North Africa.

Read the full story on https://www.albustanseeds.org/news/zaghroutacoachellatraditionresistance-c4lc7-a2j3l-lz4wl-ym9cd-bcrdy-h3wwp-2gs9a-jz9k5-h2gms-zk42f-xcbat-s6lgf-t2wt4-4xnzs-wy75z-ygf52-rwzs7-bl8y4-wppew-jfch7

Story by Gawhara Abou-eid .bewitch
Image: Still from “The Battle of Algiers” (1956)

BOOK OF THE WEEK: *My Egyptian Grandma’s Kitchen by Magda Mehdawy✨There is something incredibly sacred about the stories...
06/08/2026

BOOK OF THE WEEK: *My Egyptian Grandma’s Kitchen by Magda Mehdawy✨

There is something incredibly sacred about the stories passed down through generations—especially the ones told through the aroma of simmering garlic, coriander, and perfectly seasoned Hawawshi 🤤

This week, we are celebrating the rich culinary heritage, warmth, and love found in *My Egyptian Grandma’s Kitchen*. It’s more than a collection of recipes; it’s a love letter to tradition, family, and the comfort of home cooking.

Come pull up a chair! Flip through the pages, find inspiration for your next family meal, and spend some peaceful afternoon hours immersed in culture and art here at the gallery. We’d love to have you!

📍 Step inside, enjoy the exhibition, and browse our reading corner at Al-Bustan Art Gallery (310 Master Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122!

06/06/2026

Palestinian-American poet Ahmad Almallah is the award-winning author of three books of poetry and an artist-in-residence in the creative writing program at the University of Pennsylvania.

In this video, he describes how loss — of his homeland, his language, his mother’s memories — has shaped his life and work.

Produced by Ahmed Hassouna
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Building connection and healing through heritage at our Lego Tatreez art therapy session with ! This unique workshop in...
06/04/2026

Building connection and healing through heritage at our Lego Tatreez art therapy session with !

This unique workshop invites you to explore our heritage and connect with our roots through a playful, therapeutic lens using Legos to map out the geometric beauty of traditional Palestinian embroidery patterns.

We also offer a simultaneously Parents Tatreez activity.

🗓️ When: Saturday, June 13, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

📍 Where: Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture Gallery (310 Master St, Philadelphia)

https://www.albustanseeds.org/events/community-circles-

What stories do we carry in our history, our memories, and our skin?Join us next Thursday, June 11th, at 7:00 PM for an ...
06/03/2026

What stories do we carry in our history, our memories, and our skin?

Join us next Thursday, June 11th, at 7:00 PM for an exclusive Artist Lecture with the brilliant . Alia will dive deep into her recent series of paintings, Daughters of the Atlas: Woven Amazigh Stories, exploring how she translates cultural identity, memory, and Indigenous North African heritage onto the canvas.

Alia’s gorgeous, intricate mixed-media works function as visual journals—merging deep personal reflection with broader societal themes like human rights and cultural preservation. You won't want to miss the chance to hear about her creative process firsthand.

🗓️ When: Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

📍 Where: Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture Gallery (310 Master St, Philadelphia)

🎟️ https://www.albustanseeds.org/events/alia-bensliman-daughters-of-the-atlas-opening-reception-8r5hm

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310 Master Street
Philadelphia, PA
19122

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+12678093668

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