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Atwater Campus

Our main campus in Southwest Raleigh

Getting Here

Our Atwater campus is nestled between NC State University and I-440. The street address is 808 Atwater St, Raleigh, NC. NCSU Wolfline and GoRaleigh bus stops are located across the street. Carpooling is encouraged on Fridays.

Prayers & Hours

The masjid is open every day from Fajr until one hour after Isha. Daily prayer and Friday prayer times can be found on the IAR website or app.

Directions from Cary or North Raleigh

  1. From I-440 take exit 2A Western Boulevard towards NC State University
  2. At the first traffic light take a left on Method Road
  3. After 0.3 miles take a right on Ligon Street
  4. After 0.1 miles take a left on Atwater Street
  5. Turn left into the masjid parking lot

Directions from RDU, RTP, Morrisville, or Durham

  1. From I-40 East towards Raleigh
  2. Take Wade Avenue Exit on I-40
  3. After 4 miles turn right on Faircloth Street
  4. Faircloth Street becomes Gorman Street after the first traffic light
  5. Continue on Gorman Street
  6. Turn right on the first traffic light on Ligon Street
  7. After 0.3 miles turn right on Atwater Street
  8. Turn left into the masjid parking lot

It is highly recommended to carpool during Friday prayers.

When parking at IAR, please remember the following:

  • Respect our neighbors and other community members 
  • Park in designated areas only
  • Follow directions of parking team
  • Do not park in or block fire lanes, gates, or driveways
  • Do not park where you’re not supposed to, towing is enforced 24/7

Click here to learn more.

The Islamic Association of Raleigh strives to provide an inclusive environment for our community members with special needs and disabilities. There are several projects underway to make our masjid more welcoming to everyone and we encourage your participation and feedback.

The main building has a wheelchair-accessible prayer hall and bathrooms, as well as elevator access to the upper floors. IAR is MUHSEN certified. For more information click here.

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