The Islamic Society of Augusta was formally incorporated on May 14, 1976.
For over five centuries, Muslims have been in the Americas (long before the United States of America was formed).
“Muslims first arrived on the shores of the Americas at the turn of the sixteenth century, yet their long history in the western hemisphere has been largely forgotten. For centuries Islam was the second-most widely practiced monotheistic religion in the Americas, after Catholicism; some Muslims came from Spain to escape persecution at the hands of the Inquisition for continuing to practice their religion, while others were taken captive and forcibly crammed into the hulls of ships on the West African coast and transported across the Atlantic…” Urus, Arianne. Harvard University History & Literature Course “Islam in Early America” (https://histlit.fas.harvard.edu/class/hist-lit-90ei-islam-early-america)
“Georgia’s trustees allowed slavery in the colony after 1750, enslaved African Muslims made their first arrival in the colony.“
Hepworth, Jonathan. “Islam and Muslims in Georgia.” New Georgia Encyclopedia, last modified November 1, 2024.
https://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/articles/arts-culture/islam-and-muslims-in-georgia/
Muslims have long been an integral part of the CSRA (Central Savannah River Area), significantly contributing to its cultural fabric and community spirit. Their enduring presence and meaningful contributions have shaped the region. Building upon this rich history, a dedicated group of Muslims took action in the spring of 1976, establishing the Islamic Society of Augusta. Today, this organization proudly serves and supports hundreds of individuals, continuing the legacy of inclusivity and service within the Muslim community and to the CSRA.
Prior to the official incorporation…
Watch the slideshow below to see historical images of ISA throughout the years.
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