The Great Muslim American Road Trip

Discover the Stories of Muslims Who Helped Shape America

An Afternoon of Film, Conversation & Community

For over 250 years, American Muslims have enriched American life, but many of those stories are unknown. Join us for an afternoon of community, conversation, and storytelling as we explore the rich and often overlooked history of Muslims in America through selected excerpts from Unity Productions Foundation’s nationally broadcast documentary series, The Great Muslim American Road Trip.

Featuring live commentary from Executive Producer Jawaad Abdul Rahman, this unique program goes beyond a traditional film screening—offering behind-the-scenes insights into the making of the documentary, the remarkable people whose stories it tells, and what these stories reveal about the American experience. The program will conclude with a brief audience Q&A.

Whether you’re interested in history, documentary filmmaking, American culture, or learning more about your neighbors, this event offers an engaging and welcoming experience for people of all backgrounds.

People of all faiths and backgrounds are welcome. We encourage you to invite your family, friends, teachers and colleagues to join us.

Event Schedule

12:30–1:30 PM
Community Social Hour & Light Refreshments

1:30 PM
Dhuhr Prayer

2:00–3:30 PM
Selected excerpts from The Great Muslim American Road Trip with live commentary by Executive Producer Jawaad Abdul Rahman, followed by a brief audience Q&A.

About the Documentary

Produced by Unity Productions Foundation (UPF), The Great Muslim American Road Trip is a nationally broadcast three-part documentary series that follows a young Muslim American couple on a 3,000-mile journey across historic Route 66.

Along the way, they encounter builders, bakers, entrepreneurs, educators, artists, physicians, students, and community leaders whose stories illuminate the deep roots, diversity, and enduring contributions of Muslims throughout American history. Through these personal encounters, the series reveals a chapter of America’s story that many have never had the opportunity to discover.

Featured Speaker

Jawaad Abdul Rahman

Executive Producer

Jawaad Abdul Rahman is the Executive Producer of The Great Muslim American Road Trip. During this special program, he will share behind-the-scenes perspectives on the making of the documentary, the stories that shaped it, and the importance of preserving and sharing the diverse experiences of Muslims in America.

Presented By

This program is presented by ADAMS Qurtuba Community Education in collaboration with Unity Productions Foundation (UPF), an award-winning nonprofit media organization dedicated to fostering greater understanding through powerful documentary storytelling.

The Great Muslim American Road Trip: Discover the Stories of Muslims Who Helped Shape America

An Afternoon of Film, Conversation & Community