Museum in El-Sayed’s area examines post-9/11 response

The article reports on a Smithsonian affiliate in Michigan, the Arab American National Museum, which emphasizes exhibits and programs highlighting discrimination faced by Arab Americans following 9/11, while giving less focus to the victims of the attacks. The museum's content, funded by federal grants, challenges mainstream narratives by discussing alleged unfair treatment and increased immigration enforcement against Arab Americans after 9/11. The museum also hosts events criticizing US policies toward Palestinians and features artwork and merchandise supporting these views, amid broader scrutiny of the Smithsonian’s potential political bias.

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