Fargo Mosque expansion to include youth activity area

FARGO — You may have noticed a new architectural feature near Fiechtner Drive in south Fargo.

An expansion project is under way at the Islamic Society of Fargo-Moorhead.

The expansion, which adds a spire to the mosque, will also feature a play area.

The architecture is more stylized than the original building, trading steel siding for a stucco look.

Construction costs for the expansion is around 500 thousand dollars, but donations are still needed.

“We wanted to create a youth center that could be where kids can go and gather and play and, like we said, you can’t use a basketball in these spaces, you can’t use a soccer ball. So, to be able to play and have these community gatherings in a space that makes sense for it is really important,” said Heidi Soliman representing the Islamic Society of Fargo-Moorhead.

Construction is expected to be finished by spring.