Pars Place - Iranian-American Community Center

Pars Place – Iranian-American Community Center in Vienna, VA serves as a comprehensive hub for educational activities, cultural events, and community services designed to strengthen and support the Iranian-American population throughout the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. As a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Pars Place offers diverse programming across multiple service areas including educational workshops that explore Persian heritage and nurture future leaders, cultural celebrations such as Nowruz and Persian art events, and essential community services featuring Farsi-speaking professionals who provide legal aid, medical support, and social service referrals. The organization operates an Aryan Art Gallery showcasing Persian art and calligraphy by local and Iranian artists, maintains a comprehensive library of Farsi books and Persian literature, and provides event rental spaces accommodating groups from 5 to 350 people. Educational programming spans all ages with engaging classes and workshops, while cultural events celebrate Persian traditions through music, art, and community gatherings. Pars Place also offers practical support services addressing real community needs, including homeownership workshops and healthcare education sessions. Located in Vienna, Virginia, Pars Place has become an essential resource for the estimated 85,000 Iranian-Americans in the DMV area, representing diverse ethnic groups and religious backgrounds including Persian, Turkish, Armenian, and Kurdish communities, as well as followers of various faiths. The organization's commitment to preserving Iranian cultural values while fostering cross-generational and cross-cultural dialogue makes it a vital gathering place for community connection and cultural continuity.