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American Muslim Mission
1434 North Grand Avenue
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The Nation of Islam was established in 1930 by WD Fard and developed in Detroit by Elijah Muhammad, who later moved to Chicago, where he was arrested for draft dodging. During his imprisonment he expanded his ministry, teaching Black superiority, self-discipline, integrity, honor, self sufficiency and racial segregation. In the 1950s, the American Muslims established this mission in St. Louis. They also owned and operated several businesses in the 1900 block of Grand Avenue.
SOURCE: The historical information presented on this page is adapted with permission from Discovering African American St. Louis: A Guide to Historic Sites by Dr. John A. Wright, Sr. We are honored to share his invaluable research and historical insights, made available through the generous consent of Dr. Wright and the Missouri Historical Society Press. Their dedication to preserving and celebrating the rich legacy of Black St. Louis is a gift to our community—a testament to those who came before us and a guide for those who walk the path forward.
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1434 North Grand Avenue