Using his renown as an athlete, Ali became a leading social justice activist. Vilified and championed in the media, Cassius Clay transformed himself and was transformed into Muhammad Ali:

heavyweight champion of the world, member of the Nation of

Islam, Black Power advocate, conscientious objector and global

icon. 

 

Featuring: Muhammad Ali in his own words. 

 

Permanent exhibit at the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture.