Ali, Frazier & Slugger Partner for $5 February

The Muhammad Ali Center, Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory, and Frazier History Museum — all partners in downtown Louisville’s Museum Row on Main(MROM) — are teaming up to offer $5 admission for Kentucky and Indiana residents throughout February. This annual promotion encourages locals to explore attractions close to home at

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Mayor Fischer to Discuss Public Safety, Crime, Community Involvement During “I Am Ali” Festival

Will reflect on how we replicate the peace experienced during “Ali Week” LOUISVILLE, Kentucky (June 16, 2017) — The Muhammad Ali Center announced today that Mayor Greg Fischer will deliver a major keynote address on Thursday, July 6, as part of the Center’s inaugural “I Am Ali” Festival.During the event, to

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The Kentucky Center for Performing Arts: Joe Biden: American Promise Tour

Former Vice President Joe Biden's life and work has embodied the spirit of Muhammad Ali. As a scrappy kid from Scranton who rose to the Office of Vice President, he has always believed that when given a chance, ordinary people can do extraordinary things. During his 45 years of public

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Discover Your Superpower

On Sunday, May 20, from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm, the Global Game Changers Student Empowerment Program, in partnership with the Muhammad Ali Center, will be hosting its 4th annual “Discover Your Superpower” celebration. Families are welcome to come join the celebration at any time throughout the afternoon as the

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MACCS Virtual Discussion: Continuing the Legacy, Continuing the Dream

Join our discussion of Muhammad Ali and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. In celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, the Muhammad Ali Center Council of Students (MACCS) present “Continuing the Legacy, Continuing the Dream.”   This Online Panel will discuss the legacy of Muhammad Ali and Dr. King

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KMAC Museum: Contemporary Perspectives

Join Jaison A. Gardner and Dr. Kaila Story, the hosts of the weekly podcast Strange Fruit: Musings on Politics, Pop Culture, and Black Gay Life, for a free lecture regarding Muhammad Ali's legacy and influence on Louisville communities. Bridging gaps between Ali and LGBTQ+ icons, Story and Gardner will discuss

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Atlanta Hawk’s Dwight Howard, Mayor Greg Fischer, Fusion Network’s Kim Brooks, Among Others Announced as Presenters for the Fourth Annual Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Awards

Previously Announced Awardees Include Cindy Hensley McCain, Louis Gossett, Jr., and Others***Editor’s Note***Photos of the awardees, presenters and host will be sent upon request.For online credential requests, click here.LOUISVILLE, Kentucky (August 30, 2016) — The Fourth Annual Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Awards, to take place in Louisville, KY on Saturday, September

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Digital Butterfly Memorial Garden

Muhammad Ali once famously said that he would, “float like a butterfly, sting like a bee” when describing himself in the ring. That phrase didn’t just describe his boxing; it described his life. To honor Muhammad Ali’s legacy and recognize his vast influence in the hearts of people in his

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Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Awards Performers Announced

Grammy-nominated Mali Music and Others to Share Their GreatnessAwards to Take Place at the Louisville Marriott Downtown on Saturday, September 17th***Editor’s Note***Photos of the awardees, presenters and host will be sent upon request.Credential requests due September 12th. Apply online here or by fax.LOUISVILLE, Kentucky (September 6, 2016) — Grammy-nominated artist

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Breaking Barriers: Sports for Change Exhibit Opens at the Muhammad Ali Center on May 25th

 Presented by ESPN and National Center for Civil and Human RightsExhibit part of community-wide “I Am Ali” FestivalLOUISVILLE, Kentucky (May 11, 2017) — Breaking Barriers: Sports for Change exhibit, presented by ESPN® and the National Center for Civil and Human Rights, opens to the public at the Ali Center on

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