Arab American Heritage Month: Celebrating Arab American History & Culture

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This webinar will explore elements of history, culture, and the immigration of Arab Americans to the United States. Participants will engage with four key time periods of Arab immigration, examining how each wave shaped the experiences and identities of Arab communities in the U.S.

Additionally, we will explore how Arab culture is passed down across generations, with a focus on the importance of family and the role of oral histories in preserving and sharing Arab narratives.

Lastly, we will define the Arab World, highlight the ethnic and religious diversity within the Arab World and Arab American community, analyze common stereotypes, and discuss the many layers of identity that shape lived experiences.

Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4NU5kHcjRAmM0CRnCzIJGg

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Dave Serio is the Curator of Education at the Arab American National Museum. He holds a Master’s degree in Near Eastern Studies and Arabic from Wayne State University. He joined AANM in January of 2011. As an Educator and Public Programmer, Dave conducts educational presentations and workshops both in-person and online. He leads the planning and implementation of youth programs and cultural events, such as the SURA Arts Academy, a youth photography program. He is the Curator of the Arab Film Festival and oversees all film programming at AANM. He proudly serves on the board of the Anton Art Center, Macomb County Pride, Friends of the Detroit Film Theatre and DAFT. Dave identifies as a third-generation Arab American, whose family comes from Lebanon. He dabbles a little in the film industry, is a proud cat dad of two and is always up for a good political debate.

Arab American National Museum Introduction Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7xRpmg3kZeM