Photo Gallery
TEMPORARY EXHIBITS There’s always something new going on at the Muhammad Ali Center! In addition to the permanent exhibitions and the items from the permanent collection on display, several times a year the Center will unveil new temporary exhibitions. Inspiration to Action: An Art Tribute to Muhammad Ali With the
Muhammad Ali Center Announces Farah Pandith as First-Ever Muhammad Ali Global Peace Laureate
On United Nations International Day of Peace Today, on the United Nations International Day of Peace, the Muhammad Ali Center is proud to announce the appointment of Ms. Farah Pandith as its first-ever Muhammad Ali Global Peace Laureate, a distinction that will amplify Ali’s message of peace, respect, and mutual
Ali Stingrays
In 2019, the Muhammad Ali Center (MAC), in partnership with the Trident Swim Foundation (Trident), launched an enrichment program for middle and high school youth. Taking place at Muhammad Ali’s alma mater, Central High School, the Ali Stingrays is an innovative afterschool, swimmer scholar program for underserved, students of color
RACE: Are We So Different Exhibit Opens to the Public at the Muhammad Ali Center on September 24
Exhibit will be the largest temporary exhibit in the Center’s history and the first on display in the new exhibition spaceLOUISVILLE, Kentucky (July 20, 2016) — RACE: Are We So Different? opens to the public at the Muhammad Ali Center on September 24th. The highly-praised exhibit, which runs through January
Full Itinerary Announced for Sixth Annual Muhammad Ali Festival (June 3-9, 2022)
LOUISVILLE, KY (May 26, 2022) — A packed slate of events including collaborations with local nonprofits, special experiences, and ways to give back highlight the itinerary for the Sixth Annual Muhammad Ali Festival. The Ali Festival will take place from June 3-9, with events every day, as well as those before and
Muhammad Ali Center Announces Major Donation from Islamic Relief USA In Support of Ali’s Legacy and the America to Zanzibar exhibition
LOUISVILLE, Kentucky (November 19, 2018) — The Muhammad Ali Center today announced it has received a $100,000 donation from Islamic Relief USA in support of Muhammad Ali’s legacy. The donation will fund the Ali Center’s current temporary exhibit, America to Zanzibar: Muslim Cultures Near and Far, which is on display
In Recognition of Muhammad Ali’s 80th Birthday, Muhammad Ali Center and Metro United Way to Partner on Third Annual “Greatest Giveback.”
Due to the Omicron variant, the date of the Greatest Giveback has been postponed to June 9, 2022. Event Honors Ali’s Legacy of Service and Created to “TKO” the Needs in our Community The Muhammad Ali Center and Metro United Way are partnering on the third annual Greatest Giveback initiative, a community service project that
Student Trips
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.
Muhammad Ali Center Receives $50,000 Grant From The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS)
Will Provide Resources to Create Publicly Accessible Digital Database of Archival Items $2.7 Million Awarded to Support African American History and Culture Federal Investments in Museums, HBCUs, Cultural Heritage Organizations Generate Additional $2.6 Million Louisville, Ky—The Muhammad Ali Center is proud to be a recipient of a $50,000 grant from
Evander Holyfield to kick off his Real Deal Championship Boxing Series in Louisville
Event to be held June 24 at Freedom Hall and Broadcast Live on CBS SportsLouisville, Ky. – May 12, 2017 – Four-time heavyweight champion Evander Holyfield and his company Real Deal Sports & Entertainment announced today that he will kick off his Real Deal Championship Boxing series June 24 at