Back in 2017, the fifth state that we ventured off to was Kentucky. While we’ve been there multiple times, we decided to go with a different focus. This time we visited the Muhammad Ali Childhood Home Museum, his gravesite in Cave Hill Cemetery, and concluded our trip with a walk on the Big Four Bridge.
So, in this post, I’m going to share what we plan to do on our next visit.
Muhammad Ali Center
With us having the opportunity to experience Muhammad Ali’s Childhood Home and grave site, the next stop would be to the Muhammad Ali Center. Muhammad’s dream to share his inspiration with the world is being realized through the Muhammad Ali Center in Louisville, Kentucky. It is located at 144 North SIxth Street in Louisville, Kentucky.
The Center is a non-profit museum and cultural center dedicated to Muhammad Ali. The Ali Center appeals to the heart, spirit, and imagination.
It inspires both children and adults to form new commitments in their lives in areas of personal growth, integrity, and respect for others, and it gives them the tools to make these commitments happen.
Tickets for adults are $14, but the Center is currently closed due to the pandemic.
Kentucky Derby Museum
Aside from the Muhammad Ali Center, the next place on my list would be the Kentucky Derby Museum. I’ve always admired watching Kentucky Derby events, but have yet to experience it for myself. So until I do, I’d love to begin with a visit to the Kentucky Derby Museum.
The Kentucky Derby Museum is an American Thoroughbred horse racing museum located on the grounds of Churchill Downs located at 704 Central Avenue in Louisville, Kentucky and is open all year round.
One of the tours that I would like to see is the African Americans in Thoroughbred Racing Tour.
It’s available on Saturdays at 1PM.
If you are unfamiliar with the 90 minute tour, it is about African Americans who have played an integral role in the history of Thoroughbred Racing. On the tour, you learn more about the mark African Americans have made on horse racing from the very beginning.
Tickets for adults are $16. The Museum is currently opened, however be mindful of COVID-19 restrictions.
Heine Brothers’ Coffee
Lastly, I would want to stop and enjoy food from Heine Brothers’ Coffee. I would actually make this my first stop prior to everything else as the coffee shop sells coffee and delicious pastries and treats.
Heine Brothers’ is a coffee roaster and coffee shop chain founded in 1994 by Gary Heine and Mike Mays in Louisville, Kentucky. The company became “100% Fair-Trade & Organic” in 2002.
Heine Brothers’ Coffee is certified organic, meaning it’s grown without the use of chemicals or unnatural pest control. This creates a healthier environment for plants and the farmers as well as a more natural and delicious taste.
Heine Brothers’ currently serves 18 locations in the Louisville area, so no matter where you are in the city, you’re sure to be able to find one.
Final Thoughts
Well, there you have it; how we spent 24 hours in Louisville and how we plan to spend our next 24 hours there, aside from being on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail.
What will your next 24 hours in Louisville look like?
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