Persian Center
About Persian Center
Serving Berkeley, California and surrounding communities, the Persian Center is a nonprofit charitable organization rooted in the rich heritage of Persian civilization and the lived experiences of Iranian immigrants and their descendants. For more than five decades, the Persian Center has worked to nurture the best of Persian culture and heritage, making it accessible and meaningful to all who wish to connect with these traditions. The organization recognizes that as the world becomes increasingly globalized, thousands of Iranians maintain deep cultural connections to their homeland, and the Center provides an essential space where these bonds can be celebrated and strengthened. As a gathering place for the Iranian diaspora in Berkeley, CA, the Center is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where Iranians and Iranian descendants can gather to strengthen their sense of identity and integrity while engaging others interested in Persian community and culture. The Center's mission emphasizes quality of life enhancement for the entire community through social, cultural, educational, and recreational activities that honor Persian traditions while building bridges across cultures. By facilitating programs that celebrate Persian contributions to human civilization—from poetry and philosophy to scientific advancement and early declarations of human rights—the Center helps ensure that these traditions continue to inspire and enrich future generations.