Islamic Cultural Center in Lund

IKC’s History

The Islamic Cultural Center in Lund was established towards the end of 1979 / 1399(Hijri) by international students from Lund University. At that time, there was no mosque, and the Muslim population was very small. Initially, they prayed in an apartment lent by Muslims, where the first Muslims of Lund gathered. At that time, there were only a handful of Muslims. Over time, during the 1990s, the Muslim community grew significantly. The increasing number necessitated a larger gathering space, leading to the use of a basement space as a mosque in 1996/1416(Hijri), located in the Parantesen in Lund. This period saw a significant increase in the Muslim population, making it feel like Lund had a “real” mosque, and activism within the community surged.

During the 2000s, the foundation was set for numerous activities such as lectures, Khutbahs, and various types of events. The Muslim community grew to such an extent that the basement space became too small as the population and the second generation of Muslims grew.

Driven by a desire for a more prominent, above-ground facility that would stand out as a proper mosque, the current building was purchased in 2009. This marked a significant upgrade from the previous location. The Muslims in Lund have now acquired a two-story building with its own parking space, centrally located in Lund. This was a historic moment and a significant milestone for the Muslims in Lund, providing them with a much larger space for bigger projects. Renowned Imams and many historic events have taken place at the mosque. For instance, the Medinastudenten has visited the mosque twice, which has led to more people visiting the mosque and more individuals turning towards Allah’s path, the straight path!