بِسْمِ ٱللَّٰهِ ٱلرَّحْمَٰنِ ٱلرَّحِيمِ
Imam Mehdi Center
Shia Imambargah · Richmond, Virginia
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About Us
A home for remembrance of the Ahlul Bayt (a.s.)
Imam Mehdi Center is a Shia Imambargah serving the community of Richmond, Virginia and surrounding areas. The center is named after Imam Muhammad al-Mahdi (a.t.f.s.), the twelfth Imam.
We gather to remember the Holy Prophet Muhammad (s.a.w.w.) and his family, hold majalis and commemorations throughout the year, and offer a welcoming home for worship, learning and community.
Majalis
Muharram, Safar and Ayyam-e-Fatimiyya majalis with nauha and matam.
Celebrations
Wiladat of the Masumeen (a.s.) and jashan gatherings.
Duas & Quran
Weekly Dua Kumayl, Quran recitation and prayers.
Community
Niyaz, youth programs and Islamic studies classes.
Majalis & Events
October 2026 Schedule
All are welcome. Programs are held at the Imambargah, 2035 Shallow Well Rd, Manakin Sabot, VA 23103.
Majlis-e-Taboot of Bibi Fatima Zehra (s.a.)
Please join us in remembrance of the martyrdom of Bibi Fatima Zahra (s.a.).
- Reciter: Moulana Syed Ishrat Abbas Jaffari
- Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
- Time: After Salat-ul-Maghribain (7:00 PM)
- Venue: Imam Mehdi Center, 2035 Shallow Well Road, Manakin Sabot, VA 23103
Niaz will be served after the majlis.
Please recite Surah Fatiha for our beloved mother, Bibi Amina.
RSVP: Dr. Liaqat Ali · 434-808-4313
Quran & Islamic Studies Class
11:00 AM · Classes for children and youth
Dua Kumayl & Majlis
8:00 PM · Dua Kumayl followed by majlis and niyaz
Majlis-e-Taboot of Bibi Fatima Zehra (s.a.)
7:00 PM (after Maghribain) · Moulana Syed Ishrat Abbas Jaffari · Niaz after majlis
Ayyam-e-Fatimiyya Majlis
7:00 PM · Majlis, nauha and matam
Dua Kumayl & Majlis
8:00 PM · Dua Kumayl followed by majlis
Community Niyaz Dinner
6:30 PM · All families welcome
Gallery
The Alams at Imam Mehdi Center
Contact & Donate
Visit the Imambargah
2035 Shallow Well Rd
Manakin Sabot, VA 23103
+1 (804) 306-1149
Support the Center
Your donations, khums and niyaz contributions keep the Imambargah open for majalis and community programs. To donate, call +1 (804) 306-1149 or give in person at the center.