New York Illuminates Landmark Sites in Green to Mark Muslim American Heritage Month
Sixteen major locations, including the World Trade Center, were lit as the city recognized the occasion for the first time following the inauguration of its first Muslim mayor
New York marked Muslim American Heritage Month for the first time by illuminating sixteen prominent sites across the state in green, including the World Trade Center.
The gesture took place one day after Zohran Mamdani assumed office as the city’s first Muslim mayor, adding symbolic weight to the timing of the commemoration.
The illuminated landmarks were presented as a public acknowledgment of the cultural, civic, and economic contributions of Muslim American communities.
Governor Kathy Hochul said that the contributions of Muslim communities strengthen New York and reflect the state’s enduring commitment to inclusion and shared civic life.
No additional details were provided regarding whether the illumination will become an annual tradition.
The event represents a visible milestone in the city’s evolving public recognition of its diverse communities.
The gesture took place one day after Zohran Mamdani assumed office as the city’s first Muslim mayor, adding symbolic weight to the timing of the commemoration.
The illuminated landmarks were presented as a public acknowledgment of the cultural, civic, and economic contributions of Muslim American communities.
Governor Kathy Hochul said that the contributions of Muslim communities strengthen New York and reflect the state’s enduring commitment to inclusion and shared civic life.
No additional details were provided regarding whether the illumination will become an annual tradition.
The event represents a visible milestone in the city’s evolving public recognition of its diverse communities.
