Noor Islamic Cultural Center 🇺🇸

Welcome to the Noor Islamic Cultural Center (NICC), a vibrant cultural hub and mosque located in Columbus, Ohio. Constructed between 2001 and 2006, this location holds special regional significance as the very first Islamic center to serve as a polling place in Central Ohio. Designed as a welcoming space where everyone can gather to learn about and practice Islam, the center accommodates adults, youth, men, and women through a wide array of facilities and programming.

When you visit, you will find a facility equipped with a dedicated mosque for prayer, a social hall, a kitchen, classrooms, and lecture rooms. The center hosts five daily congregational prayers, alongside study groups, lectures, youth Sunday school, a children's club, and direct lessons on the Quran and Sunnah. Beyond serving its congregation, NICC actively reaches out to the broader public by offering specialized outreach programs for non-Muslims interested in exploring Islamic culture and traditions.

It also serves as a pillar of local support through humanitarian relief efforts, counseling for those in need, and a monthly food drive open to supporting people of all faiths. Whether attending an educational session or learning about community unity, you can experience a dedicated space focused on faith, learning, and mutual understanding.

What to see at Noor Islamic Cultural Center

• Visit the first Islamic center in Central Ohio used as a polling place.
• Explore a center with a mosque, social hall, kitchen, and lecture rooms.
• Participate in educational outreach programs designed for non-Muslim visitors.
• Learn about community efforts, including youth programs and a monthly food drive.

Visiting tips

Participate in one of the center's outreach programs if you are a non-Muslim interested in learning more about Islam.

How long: 1-2 hours · Best time: During scheduled outreach events

How to get there & what’s nearby

Noor Islamic Cultural Center is easy to reach on Dublin’s public transport, and pairs naturally with Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Dublin travel guide.