The definition of islamophobia is defined as a “closed-minded hatred, fear or prejudice toward Islam and Muslims that results in discrimination, marginalization and oppression”. Because of media representation, people’s ideas of Muslims are skewed and tied to extremist terrorist. Many people are uneducated in what Islam is and who are the people who practice this religion are. the FBI is reporting an increase in Muslim hate crimes post 9/11. This is a problem and is only increasing. This museum will serve as a center for the community to connect to Muslims, to understand who they are, and what it means to be Muslim. If people have a better understanding of Islam, they can segregate terrorist from Muslims. This in turn will result in reduction of islamophobia and education for all people. Not only for people to be educated but it will make efforts for Muslims to feel safe to practice their religion and not be afraid of persecution for the acts of extremist.