School Trips
Schedule your school or group for a visit to the Muhammad Ali Center and discover greatness within!
Curriculum-Based Guided Tours
These interactive field trip experiences are aligned with Kentucky and Indiana Core Content Standards and are developed for specific grade levels. During a visit, groups will receive 45 to 60 minutes of classroom instruction and 60 minutes of activities and exploration of the Muhammad Ali Center’s exhibits. In addition, we offer pre- and post-visit lessons and teacher resources.
Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 9:30 a.m. until noon (2 weeks advance reservations required).
Winter/Spring 2013
Spring/Summer 2013
Self-Guided Tours
Our self-guided visits include a structured 15-minute introduction with an education staff member. That introduction includes information about Muhammad Ali and his legacy.
All self-guided programming is compliant with state standards, and addresses core content in:
Art
Find Greatness Within Self-Portrait (Middle/High)
Experimenting with Line and Color (Elementary)
Recommended: Grades 4–12
Core Content Areas Addressed: Art
Description: LeRoy Neiman captured the movement and artistry of Muhammad Ali throughout his career. Students will learn from Neiman’s art as their own work develops and solidifies. Pre- and post-visit educational suggestions are included.
Curriculum (PDF):
Elementary School | Middle and High School
Hopes and Dreams
Recommended: Grades 4–8
Core Content Areas Addressed: Reading, Writing, Art and Practical Living
Description: Part of the mission of the Muhammad Ali Center is for adults and children everywhere to find the greatness within themselves. We encourage children to dream big and be inspired to achieve their potentials. As they experience the Hope and Dream exhibit, we hope they are inspired by the hopes and dreams of children from around the globe who are featured in the exhibit. This activity will allow students to take a small piece of the exhibit home with them, as well as be able to express their own hopes and dreams for the future.
Curriculum (PDF):
Elementary and Middle School
Geography
Around the World with Muhammad Ali
Recommended: Grades 4–12
Core Content Areas Addressed: Geography and Writing
Description: Muhammad Ali has traveled all over the world. Students will share in his travels with a map activity, allowing them to see some of the states and countries he visited throughout his life. Maps and questions are provided. Pre- and post- visit education suggestions are included.
Curriculum (PDF):
Elementary School | Middle School | High School
Health
Ali and Me
Recommended: Grades 4–12
Core Content Areas Addressed: Reading, Writing, Health and Practical Living
Description: Once Muhammad Ali chose boxing as his career, he did what he thought would make him the “Greatest Of All Time.” Students will research what it took for Muhammad to become a champion and reflect on how they can find the greatness within themselves and choose their road to success.
Curriculum (PDF):
Elementary, Middle and High School
Champions Aren’t Made in Gyms
Recommended: Grades 4–12
Core Content Areas Addressed: Physical Education, Health, Practical Living, Reading and Writing
Description: Boxing is a physical activity that also requires mental strength and hard work to become a champion. Students will learn about the dedication it takes to become a champion, not just in a physical sport such as boxing, but in any activity that interests them. Pre- and post- visit educational suggestions are included.
Curriculum (PDF):
Elementary School | Middle School | High School
History
African American History
Recommended: Grades 4–12
Core Content Areas Addressed: History, Social Studies, Reading and Writing
Description: Celebrate African American history at the Muhammad Ali Center. Elementary and Middle students will share the dreams of notable African Americans. High school students will have the opportunity to explore the photography of Howard Bingham by understanding the story he tells. Pre- and post-visit educational suggestions are included.
Curriculum (PDF):
Elementary School | Middle School | High School
A Brief March Through the Civil Rights Movement
Recommended: Grades 4–12
Core Content Areas Addressed: History, Social Studies, Reading and Writing
Description: The Civil Rights Movement was an important part of U.S. history and Muhammad’s young adult life. This movement brought about changes that made our country a more humane place for all citizens to live. This program focuses on a few of the people, events and social issues that arose during a tumultuous time in U.S. history.
Curriculum (PDF):
Elementary, Middle and High School
Math
Can You Do the Math?
Recommended: Grades 4–5
Core Content Areas Addressed: Math, Reading and Writing
Description: During their visit to the Ali Center, elementary students will hone their math skills by utilizing different aspects of Muhammad’s life to answer a series of math challenges. Pre-visit classroom work is required. Pre- and post- visit educational suggestions are included.
Curriculum (PDF):
Elementary School
Physical Education
Champions Aren’t Made in Gyms
Recommended: Grades 4–12
Core Content Areas Addressed: Physical Education, Health, Practical Living, Reading and Writing
Description: Boxing is a physical activity that also requires mental strength and hard work to become a champion. Students will learn about the dedication it takes to become a champion, not just in a physical sport such as boxing, but in any activity that interests them. Pre- and post- visit educational suggestions are included.
Curriculum (PDF):
Elementary School | Middle School | High School
Practical Living
Ali and Me
Recommended: Grades 4–12
Core Content Areas Addressed: Reading, Writing, Health and Practical Living
Description: Once Muhammad Ali chose boxing as his career, he did what he thought would make him the “Greatest Of All Time.” Students will research what it took for Muhammad to become a champion and reflect on how they can find the greatness within themselves and choose their road to success.
Curriculum (PDF):
Elementary, Middle and High School
Champions Aren’t Made in Gyms
Recommended: Grades 4–12
Core Content Areas Addressed: Physical Education, Health, Practical Living, Reading and Writing
Description: Boxing is a physical activity that also requires mental strength and hard work to become a champion. Students will learn about the dedication it takes to become a champion, not just in a physical sport such as boxing, but in any activity that interests them. Pre- and post- visit educational suggestions are included.
Curriculum (PDF):
Elementary School | Middle School | High School
Hopes and Dreams
Recommended: Grades 4–8
Core Content Areas Addressed: Reading, Writing, Art and Practical Living
Description: Part of the mission of the Muhammad Ali Center is for adults and children everywhere to find the greatness within themselves. We encourage children to dream big and be inspired to achieve their potentials. As they experience the Hope and Dream exhibit, we hope they are inspired by the hopes and dreams of children from around the globe who are featured in the exhibit. This activity will allow students to take a small piece of the exhibit home with them, as well as be able to express their own hopes and dreams for the future.
Curriculum (PDF):
Elementary and Middle School
Reading
African American History
Recommended: Grades 4–12
Core Content Areas Addressed: History, Social Studies, Reading and Writing
Description: Celebrate African American history at the Muhammad Ali Center. Elementary and Middle students will share the dreams of notable African Americans. High school students will have the opportunity to explore the photography of Howard Bingham by understanding the story he tells. Pre- and post-visit educational suggestions are included.
Curriculum (PDF):
Elementary School | Middle School | High School
Ali and Me
Recommended: Grades 4–12
Core Content Areas Addressed: Reading, Writing, Health and Practical Living
Description: Once Muhammad Ali chose boxing as his career, he did what he thought would make him the “Greatest Of All Time.” Students will research what it took for Muhammad to become a champion and reflect on how they can find the greatness within themselves and choose their road to success.
Curriculum (PDF):
Elementary, Middle and High School
The Ali Shuffle
Recommended: Grades 4–12
Core Content Areas Addressed: Reading, Writing, and Spelling
Description: Muhammad Ali is known for his graceful movements in the ring. Students will shuffle through the Muhammad Ali Center looking for the answers to clues in a crossword puzzle where they will learn about Muhammad’s life and legacy. Pre- and post- visit educational suggestions are included.
Curriculum (PDF):
Elementary | Middle and High School
A Brief March Through the Civil Rights Movement
Recommended: Grades 4–12
Core Content Areas Addressed: History, Social Studies, Reading and Writing
Description: The Civil Rights Movement was an important part of U.S. history and Muhammad’s young adult life. This movement brought about changes that made our country a more humane place for all citizens to live. This program focuses on a few of the people, events and social issues that arose during a tumultuous time in U.S. history.
Curriculum (PDF):
Elementary, Middle and High School
Can You Do the Math?
Recommended: Grades 4–5
Core Content Areas Addressed: Math, Reading and Writing
Description: During their visit to the Ali Center, elementary students will hone their math skills by utilizing different aspects of Muhammad’s life to answer a series of math challenges. Pre-visit classroom work is required. Pre- and post- visit educational suggestions are included.
Curriculum (PDF):
Elementary School
Champions Aren’t Made in Gyms
Recommended: Grades 4–12
Core Content Areas Addressed: Physical Education, Health, Practical Living, Reading and Writing
Description: Boxing is a physical activity that also requires mental strength and hard work to become a champion. Students will learn about the dedication it takes to become a champion, not just in a physical sport such as boxing, but in any activity that interests them. Pre- and post- visit educational suggestions are included.
Curriculum (PDF):
Elementary School | Middle School | High School
Hopes and Dreams
Recommended: Grades 4–8
Core Content Areas Addressed: Reading, Writing, Art and Practical Living
Description: Part of the mission of the Muhammad Ali Center is for adults and children everywhere to find the greatness within themselves. We encourage children to dream big and be inspired to achieve their potentials. As they experience the Hope and Dream exhibit, we hope they are inspired by the hopes and dreams of children from around the globe who are featured in the exhibit. This activity will allow students to take a small piece of the exhibit home with them, as well as be able to express their own hopes and dreams for the future.
Curriculum (PDF):
Elementary and Middle School
Writing
African American History
Recommended: Grades 4–12
Core Content Areas Addressed: History, Social Studies, Writing and Reading
Description: Celebrate African American history at the Muhammad Ali Center. Elementary and Middle students will share the dreams of notable African Americans. High school students will have the opportunity to explore the photography of Howard Bingham by understanding the story he tells. Pre- and post-visit educational suggestions are included.
Curriculum (PDF):
Elementary School | Middle School | High School
Ali and Me
Recommended: Grades 4–12
Core Content Areas Addressed: Reading, Writing, Health and Practical Living
Description: Once Muhammad Ali chose boxing as his career, he did what he thought would make him the “Greatest Of All Time.” Students will research what it took for Muhammad to become a champion and reflect on how they can find the greatness within themselves and choose their road to success.
Curriculum (PDF):
Elementary, Middle and High School
The Ali Shuffle
Recommended: Grades 4–12
Core Content Areas Addressed: Reading, Writing, and Spelling
Description: Muhammad Ali is known for his graceful movements in the ring. Students will shuffle through the Muhammad Ali Center looking for the answers to clues in a crossword puzzle where they will learn about Muhammad’s life and legacy. Pre- and post- visit educational suggestions are included.
Curriculum (PDF):
Elementary | Middle and High School
Around the World with Muhammad Ali
Recommended: Grades 4–12
Core Content Areas Addressed: Geography and Writing
Description: Muhammad Ali has traveled all over the world. Students will share in his travels with a map activity, allowing them to see some of the states and countries he visited throughout his life. Maps and questions are provided. Pre- and post- visit education suggestions are included.
Curriculum (PDF):
Elementary School | Middle School | High School
A Brief March Through the Civil Rights Movement
Recommended: Grades 4–12
Core Content Areas Addressed: History, Social Studies, Reading and Writing
Description: The Civil Rights Movement was an important part of U.S. history and Muhammad’s young adult life. This movement brought about changes that made our country a more humane place for all citizens to live. This program focuses on a few of the people, events and social issues that arose during a tumultuous time in U.S. history.
Curriculum (PDF):
Elementary, Middle and High School
Can You Do the Math?
Recommended: Grades 4–5
Core Content Areas Addressed: Math, Reading, and Writing
Description: During their visit to the Ali Center, elementary students will hone their math skills by utilizing different aspects of Muhammad’s life to answer a series of math challenges. Pre-visit classroom work is required. Pre- and post- visit educational suggestions are included.
Curriculum (PDF):
Elementary School
Champions Aren’t Made in Gyms
Recommended: Grades 4–12
Core Content Areas Addressed: Physical Education, Health, Practical Living, Reading, Writing
Description: Boxing is a physical activity that also requires mental strength and hard work to become a champion. Students will learn about the dedication it takes to become a champion, not just in a physical sport such as boxing, but in any activity that interests them. Pre- and post- visit educational suggestions are included.
Curriculum (PDF):
Elementary School | Middle School | High School
Hopes and Dreams
Recommended: Grades 4–8
Core Content Areas Addressed: Reading, Writing, Art and Practical Living
Description: Part of the mission of the Muhammad Ali Center is for adults and children everywhere to find the greatness within themselves. We encourage children to dream big and be inspired to achieve their potentials. As they experience the Hope and Dream exhibit, we hope they are inspired by the hopes and dreams of children from around the globe who are featured in the exhibit. This activity will allow students to take a small piece of the exhibit home with them, as well as be able to express their own hopes and dreams for the future.
Curriculum (PDF):
Elementary and Middle School
Spelling
The Ali Shuffle
Recommended: Grades 4–12
Core Content Areas Addressed: Reading, Writing, and Spelling
Description: Muhammad Ali is known for his graceful movements in the ring. Students will shuffle through the Muhammad Ali Center looking for the answers to clues in a crossword puzzle where they will learn about Muhammad’s life and legacy. Pre- and post- visit educational suggestions are included.
Curriculum (PDF):
Elementary | Middle and High School
Social Studies
African American History
Recommended: Grades 4–12
Core Content Areas Addressed: History, Social Studies, Writing and Reading
Description: Celebrate African American history at the Muhammad Ali Center. Elementary and Middle students will share the dreams of notable African Americans. High school students will have the opportunity to explore the photography of Howard Bingham by understanding the story he tells. Pre- and post-visit educational suggestions are included.
Curriculum (PDF):
Elementary School | Middle School | High School
A Brief March Through the Civil Rights Movement
Recommended: Grades 4–12
Core Content Areas Addressed: History, Social Studies, Reading and Writing
Description: The Civil Rights Movement was an important part of U.S. history and Muhammad’s young adult life. This movement brought about changes that made our country a more humane place for all citizens to live. This program focuses on a few of the people, events and social issues that arose during a tumultuous time in U.S. history.
Curriculum (PDF):
Elementary, Middle and High School
Costs
- $5 per student (K-12) for Curriculum-Based Tours
- $4 per student (K-12) for Self-Guided Tours
- $5 per student for college students
Important Information for Teachers and Chaperones
- We suggest that you allow approximately two hours for your visit.
- Please download and print the document Helpful Hints for Teachers and Chaperones and distribute prior to your visit. Helping chaperones know what to expect prior to the visit is essential for the overall experience of the children.
- The Muhammad Ali Center welcomes home school groups.
- Adult chaperones will be admitted free at a 6:1 student/chaperone ratio. Additional chaperones are welcome and will be receive the $7.00 per person group rate.
To schedule a school tour or for more information, please contact:
Tytianna Smith
Associate Educator
Direct Line: 502.992.5340
Fax: 502.589.4905
tsmith@alicenter.org
