Muhammad Ali Center Announces Upcoming February African American History Month Events

Most Events Free and Open to the Public Programs Augment Museum Row’s $5 FebruaryLOUISVILLE, Kentucky (February 10, 2015) …A host of activities, many of which are free and open to the public, are taking place at the Ali Center this month in celebration of African American History Month.   All events

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The Muhammad Ali Center and Filson Historical Society Present “Double V”

Play Explores the WWII American Black Press, Based on Career of Louisville Defender NewsmanJoin the Muhammad Ali Center and Filson Historical Society for a presentation of “Double V,” a 25-minute docudrama written by playwright and director Larry Muhammad, a former Courier-Journal reporter. The play is based on the career of

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The Return of $5 February

Some of Louisville’s top downtown attractions have a special deal for Kentucky and Indiana residents: $5 admission at four Museum Row on Main partners for the entire month of February.The promotion encourages locals to enjoy these wonderful attractions that are close to home. Thanks to $5 February, Kentucky and Indiana

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Two New Exhibits Open Today at The Ali Center

The Ali Center will open two new temporary exhibits on January 14th! The first is an annual “Ali Tribute” exhibit, which features photos and art in various mediums about the man known as “The Greatest.” The second exhibit, called “Americans Who Tell the Truth” presents the narratives of citizens who

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Muhammad Ali Released from Hospital

Fully Recovered and Resting at HomeMuhammad Ali was released from the hospital last night. After further observation and testing, doctors determined that Ali was suffering from a severe urinary tract infection—not pneumonia as originally diagnosed. The boxing legend has fully recovered and is now at his home. Ali looks forward

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StageOne Partnership

During January and February of this year, the Ali Center partnered with the Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts and StageOne. This partnership hosted daily fieldtrips from local schools, giving students the opportunity to experience the Center’s exhibits and Ali’s six core principles, as well as the play, “And In

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Statement from Muhammad Ali On the Passing of Ernie Terrell

Ali Mourns Passing of Fellow Fighter“I am saddened by the news of Ernie Terrell’s passing. He and I go back almost fifty years. While we competed in the ring only once, we became friends outside of it. Ernie and I had a mutual understanding about the professional versus personal elements

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Upcoming Events at Muhammad Ali Center

Offerings Provide Enjoyment for Entire FamilyAs the year comes to a close, the Ali Center is gearing up for several events that are open to the public and that provide enjoyment for the entire family.First, on Friday, December 19th at 6:00 p.m., the Muhammad Ali Center will show Evolution of

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StageOne Family Theatre, Muhammad Ali Center, Kentucky Center To Host “Play It Forward: Champions Night” Gala

Event to Coincide with Muhammad Ali’s 73rd Birthday on January 17, 20155 pm: Reception and Dinner at the Muhammad Ali Center, View Pointe Hall7:30 pm: WORLD PREMIER of “And In This Corner…Cassius Clay” by Idris Goodwin at The Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts, Bomhard TheaterPost-show Celebration Featuring Cast and

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Muhammad Ali Center to Co-Host the Humanity Passport Project’s 2nd Annual International Ball

Special guests include Hon. Edward James Olmos, Lady Julianna Roosevelt, and Maestra Karen BriggsOn November 7, 2014, at 6:00 p.m., the Muhammad Ali Center will co-host the Humanity Passport Project’s 2nd Annual International Ball designed to bridge residents of Greater Louisville to regional and national networks, generating intriguing conversations regarding

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