Erragab Eljanhaoui writes about Captain James Riley and Sidi Hamet, and his role in catalysing the end of slavery in 19th century America. Image via SFGate

A look at the life and art of Jewad Selim — an Iraqi painter and sculptor who was considered one of the founders of modern art in Iraq. Image via The National News.

Ibrahim Abu-Lughod pioneered the understandings and portrayals of the Middle East in political science and more broadly in America. Close friend Edward Said described him as “Palestine’s foremost academic and intellectual.”

A history of Sudan’s Nubian pyramids and why they look different from their counterparts in Giza. Image via Intro Africa.

Mai J Abbassi reminisces about Sah El Nawm — a Syrian comedy series from the 70s — from huddling round windows to catch the newest episode to its satirical undertones and the love triangle at the heart of the show.

A look at Casablanca’s colonial-era architecture and its main figures.

A nostalgic personal essay in which Ghada Al-Bahar takes us back to the drive-in cinemas of 70s Kuwait.

A vibrant personal essay and travelogue that transports us to Aleppo’s iconic Baron Hotel, weaving together its history with its present.

A brief look at Gaza’s vibrant theatre and cinema scene in the 20th Century with wonderful images, stories and facts we’ve come across.

The Pearl Industry and its music are an integral part of the Gulf’s cultural heritage. A brief look at its history and an introduction to our free-to-use lesson plan on this topic.

An introduction to Al-Shawkani, a prominent and influential figure in the history of Islamic jurisprudence.

A look at the crucial work that Dearborn’s Arab-American National Museum does in preserving and showcasing the history of Arab-America.

We’ve put together a list of Palestinian films from across the decades and some directors too. We want this to be a growing resource, so if you have any additions make sure to send them our way!