Mousa Ler Fresno

The history of Mousa Ler Fresno is closely tied to the history of the Armenian community in Fresno, California. Many Armenians who had fled the Armenian Genocide in the early 20th century settled in Fresno, which became one of the largest Armenian communities in the United States.

In 1965, a group of Fresno Armenians founded the Forty Days of Mousa Dagh Commemorative Association USA, Inc, named after the mountainous region in historic Armenia where the Armenians had resisted Ottoman forces during the Armenian Genocide. The society was established as a cultural and social organization for the Armenian community, with the goal of preserving and promoting Armenian heritage and identity.

The Mousa Ler Armenians in Fresno quickly grew in size and became a pillar of Armenian cultural and social life in the city. The society organized events such as picnics, dances, and cultural festivals, and also provided support to Armenian refugees and newcomers to the community.

In addition to its cultural and social activities, the Mousa Ler Armenian Society in Fresno also played an important role in advocating for Armenian causes and raising awareness about the Armenian Genocide. The society worked with other Armenian organizations and community leaders to promote recognition of the genocide and to support efforts to seek justice for the victims and their descendants.

Today, the Mousa Ler Armenian Society in Fresno continues to be an active and vibrant part of the Armenian community in the city. The society hosts events and activities throughout the year, and also provides resources and support to Armenian newcomers and refugees. The society remains committed to preserving and promoting Armenian heritage and culture, and to advocating for Armenian causes and issues.