Omaha, Nebraska • May 15 – June 1st, 2025
Presenting Sponsor North End Teleservices
celebrating 100-Year Legacy of
El-Hajj Malik El-Shabazz,
Malcolm X
About Us
The Malcolm X Memorial Foundation (MXMF) was founded in 1971 to commemorate the birth site of Malcolm X (born Malcolm Little) in the heart of North Omaha, Nebraska. The MXMF was established to honor and sustain the legacy of Malcolm X and his teachings of Transformation, Economic Empowerment and Liberation of the Human Spirit through Civic Engagement, Cultural Heritage, and Scholarship. Founded by Rowena Moore, The Malcolm X Memorial Foundation owns 17 acres encompassing the Nebraska Historic Landmark at 3448 Evans Street, where a historic Malcolm X Cultural Campus is scheduled to open in 2027.
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mx100 events
THURSDAY
MAY 15
OPEN HOUSE & pRESS cONFERENCE
Join us at the Historic Marker for public announcements about our Museum Project, MXMF program updates, and a public open house at the birthplace of Malcolm X in the Heart of North Omaha.
*Free to Public
FRIDAY
MAY 16
JUNE 1
Nebraska Hall of
Fame Bus Tour
Take a historic bus tour to our State Capitol Building in Lincoln, Nebraska to view the Malcolm X Bust in the Nebraska Hall of Fame. On the way, learn about the life of Malcolm X, and his work in social justice, economic independence and civil/human rights. This tour is in partnership with UNO Black Studies Department, North Omaha Initiative and Preston Love’s North Omaha Legacy Tours.
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FRIDAY
MAY 16
Meeting of the
Minds Symposium
Experience a dynamic exchange of ideas with Dr. Khalid el-Hakim of the Black History 101 Mobile Museum, Barry Thomas on the MXMF Curriculum, and a special session |
uncovering the legacy of Rowena Moore. Engage, learn, and be inspired.
FRIDAY
MAY 16
Youth Poetry Night
Join us for an inspiring evening of bold expression and rising voices as young poets honor Malcolm X through spoken word. Featuring youth vocal performance, an open mic, food trucks, and a poetry book giveaway by Aja Monet.
*Free to Public
SATURDAY
MAY 17
Community Block Party
Come check out local vendors, artists, food trucks. Enjoy a special musical performance by recording artist Dead Prez.
*Free to Public
Interested in becoming a vendor?
Sign up before spots fill up.
MONDAY
MAY 19
Meeting of the Minds:
Global Broadcast
Join us for a full schedule of virtual dialogue with scholars and activists celebrating Malcolm X across the Globe! Cities to be represented include: Detroit, Chicago, Oakland, Dallas, Harlem, Grenada & of course OMAHA!
*Virtual Event
FRIDAY
MAY 30
FILM Screening: Divisible
A free public screening of DIVISIBLE, a documentary film focusing on the history and current impacts of redlining in Omaha.
*Free to Public
MONDAY
MAY 31
Legacy Gala
Join us for an evening of community, culture, art and history, as we celebrate the life and legacy of El-Hajj Malik El-Shabazz, Malcolm X. With special guest performances by Aja Monet and Mike Phillips; The Xtet (Jazz Quartet); and Dana Murray; Special Guest MC: Felicia Casher
