Mosque Maryam Mosque
Nation of Islam headquarters mosque in Chicago
On Chicago's South Side, Mosque Maryam serves as the Nation of Islam's headquarters and community center; visitors interested in African American religious history attend public events, lectures and exhibitions there.
Mosque Maryam at a Glance#
Address: 7351 S Stony Island Ave, Chicago, IL 60649, United States
Website: https://www.noi.org
Hours: Open for worship services (typically Sundays) - public access varies
Admission: Free (attendance for worship services may be restricted)
About Mosque Maryam#
Mosque Maryam is a mosque located in Chicago, Illinois, known as the national headquarters of the Nation of Islam. It functions as both a place of worship and an administrative centre for the organisation.
The site hosts religious services, community events and organisational meetings associated with the Nation of Islam. It sits on the South Side of Chicago within the city’s urban neighbourhoods and is closely associated with the movement’s history in the city.
- Organisational role: Serves as the national headquarters and principal mosque of the Nation of Islam in the United States.
How to Get to Mosque Maryam#
Public transit: Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) buses serve Stony Island Avenue; check CTA routes from downtown. By car: ample street parking in the surrounding neighborhood.
Tips for Visiting Mosque Maryam#
- Check the Nation of Islam's official site for service times if planning to attend a program; public tours are limited and respectful behavior is required.
- The building is best observed outside unless invited inside; the interior is a functioning place of worship and administration.
- Combine a visit with a walk along nearby Lake Shore Drive for broader neighborhood context.
Best Time to Visit Mosque Maryam#
Accessible year‑round; check service schedules for interior access.
Weather & Climate near Mosque Maryam#
Mosque Maryam's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -10°C to 29°C. Moderate rainfall (954 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -10° - -1° | -11° | 46 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.4h |
| February | Poor | -7° - 2° | -8° | 40 mm | overcast | 84% | 4.7 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.5h |
| March | Poor | -2° - 8° | -1° | 67 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.8 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Acceptable | 4° - 15° | 7° | 97 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 4.9 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.2h |
| May | Good | 9° - 21° | 15° | 95 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 4.3 m/s | 1.5 high | 14.4h |
| June | Excellent | 15° - 27° | 21° | 104 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.7 m/s | 1.8 very high | 15.0h |
| July | Excellent | 18° - 29° | 24° | 96 mm | some cloud | 78% | 3.3 m/s | 1.9 very high | 14.7h |
| August | Excellent | 17° - 28° | 23° | 99 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.0 m/s | 1.6 very high | 13.7h |
| September | Excellent | 13° - 24° | 18° | 91 mm | some cloud | 76% | 3.3 m/s | 1.2 high | 12.3h |
| October | Good | 6° - 18° | 12° | 71 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.0 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Acceptable | 0° - 9° | 1° | 82 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.7h |
| December | Poor | -6° - 2° | -7° | 66 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.6 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.1h |
