Field Trips
Provide students with an immersive experience of Ali's legacy, incorporating social justice, diversity, and personal growth.
The Muhammad Ali Center is a museum and educational center located in the heart of Ali’s hometown of Louisville, Kentucky. The Center is a tribute to the legendary boxer and is dedicated to promoting his six core principles: confidence, conviction, dedication, giving, respect, and spirituality.
Our team of educators provide students with an enriching field trip experience framed on Kentucky academic standards. Students can learn about the life and legacy of Muhammad Ali while also exploring ideas of social justice, cultural diversity, and personal growth.
Available field trip experiences:
“Titleholder” Experience
Two hours, $8 per student
A self-guided field trip allowing your students to tour all permanent and special exhibitions at the Muhammad Ali Center. When you arrive, an Ali Center educator will provide a thorough introduction and orientation to the facility, highlighting key exhibits and areas of interest. From there, your group is free to explore the Center at their own pace, following a suggested itinerary or charting their own course through the various exhibits and displays.
“Champion” Experience
Three hours, $10 per student
A guided field trip and classroom experience taught by our team of professional educators. Upon arrival, students receive a thorough introduction focused on the theme of your choice (below). An interactive scavenger hunt then leads students through our permanent and special exhibitions, engaging them in discoveries about Muhammad Ali. Afterward, students gather in a designated classroom space for a lesson taught by an Ali Center educator. Focusing on the theme that you’ve chosen, the educator will use interactive teaching techniques to engage the students and encourage discussion.
The Champion Experience classroom lesson can feature one of these themes:
- The Civil Rights Movement
- Civics and Citizenship
- Muhammad Ali’s Six Core Principles
(Confidence, Conviction, Dedication, Giving, Respect, and Spirituality)
Lunch space is also offered to Champion Experience field trips, subject to availability.
For more information: Email our Tours team or call (502) 992-5340.
Field Trip FAQ
Check out our most frequently asked questions about field trips at the Muhammad Ali Center.
When do you offer field trips?
Field trips are available Wednesdays through Sundays between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Tours must be booked at least three weeks in advance to ensure staff availability.
Can we eat lunch during our field trip?
Yes, Champion groups are allowed to bring in sack lunches. Lunch space is offered only to Champion Experience guided field trips, subject to availability. Lunch space is NOT available for self-guided tours.
How many chaperones do we need?
Our required ratio is one chaperone for every 10 students.
How do we book and pay for our field trip?
Visit our online booking form at least three weeks ahead of your field trip date. Once confirmed, you will be emailed a confirmation and invoice. A single payment in full may be made in advance or upon arrival, using cash, credit/debit card, check, or school purchase orders.
Still have questions?
If your question isn’t answered here, contact our Tours team through email or by calling (502) 992-5340.