Alwan for the Arts is an Arab arts center located in New York City. Alwan serves the Arab community and educates the broader public by showcasing a range of cultural events, thereby enriching the cross- cultural and artistic encounter. Alwan is committed to maintaining a space for reflection, dialogue, and growth in the arts and cultures of the peoples of the Middle East, North Africa, and the diaspora.
Since 1998, Alwan for the Arts has played a leading role in promoting the diverse cultures of the Arab countries and related societies. Alwan organizes film festivals and screenings, book/poetry readings and signings, lectures and conferences, art exhibits, musical and theatrical performances, and language and literature classes. In 2003, Alwan established a center in lower Manhattan at 16 Beaver Street which provides a physical base for its diverse cultural activities. Website: www.alwanforthearts.org. Tel: (646) 732-3261. Email: info@alwanforthearts.org