Discover, Connect, and Celebrate: The Mission of Salaam Cultural Museum
At Salaam Cultural Museum (SCM), we bring the rich art, history, and traditions of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) to life. Our mission is to share the vibrant stories of MENA communities and their diaspora while fostering cultural understanding in the Pacific Northwest.
Through educational resources for teachers, an engaging speakers’ bureau, and the lending of rare cultural artifacts from our founder’s collection, we help promote deeper awareness and appreciation. We also host dynamic cultural events, exhibitions, and more—creating meaningful connections that bridge cultures and histories.
Join us in exploring the beauty and diversity of MENA heritage!
You can help – just click on the Support link at the top of the screen and contribute to help our projects. Every little bit helps.
NEW! Scott C Davis Memorial Writers Award
Salaam Cultural Museum invites submissions for the Scott C. Davis Memorial Writer’s Grant, established to honor the legacy of Cune Press founder and writer Scott C. Davis and to support emerging voices whose work reflects the richness, complexity, and humanity of the Middle East and North Africa.
Cune Press is an independent publisher based in Seattle, Washington. We are passionate about publishing diverse voices and covering a wide range of topics, with a special focus on the Middle East and North Africa.
Now part of Salaam Cultural Museum, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Cune Press is dedicated to promoting the rich cultures and traditions of the Middle East. Your tax-deductible donation can help support our mission of fostering cross-cultural understanding and aid the development of the Scott C. Davis Memorial Writers Fund, which supports emerging writers sharing stories about the Middle East.
Find complete details and submission information by clicking here: SCD Memorial Writers Award