The house bears an informational plaque by the Kentucky Historical Society. | Photo via Christie’s International Real Estate Bluegrass, Rusty Underwood + Donna H. Mattox.
Today we’re continuing our tour of the Kentucky Historical Society markers around Derby City. Up next: No. 2339, the Muhammad Ali Home Site.
Muhammad Ali moved into this house at around age two with his parents Odessa Clay and Cassius Clay, Sr. shortly after his brother Rahaman Ali was born. He lived here when he met his first boxing coach Joe Martin. He lived here while attending Central High School, running the three miles to school alongside the bus. He lived here when he won his first gold medal at age 18 in the 1960 Summer Olympics in Rome.
If Ali floated like a butterfly, this house was his chrysalis.
The house was converted into a museum back in 2016, though it closed less than two years later. It went on the market last year, but never sold.
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Asked
Asked
What would you like to see happen to Muhammad Ali’s childhood home?
A. It should be a museum B. A themed short-term rental C. Become an affordable housing unit D. It should remain in his family E. Other
Middletown Family Fun Fest | Friday, Sept. 5-Saturday, Sept. 6 | Times vary | Wetherby Park- City Hall Area, Middletown | Free | Shop vendors, eat fair food, and see car shows, fireworks shows, and dog shows at this weekend-long event.
Old Lou Brew Festival | 6-10 p.m. | Central Park | $15 | Get local beer, eat local food, and hear some local music.
Saturday, Sept. 6
Touch a Truck Day | 8 a.m.-1 p.m. | East End Farmer’s Market | Free entry | Bring the kids to see fire, EMS, and construction vehicles up close while you shop for fresh fruits and veggies.
The Monarch Festival | Saturday, Sept. 6-Sunday, Sept. 7 | 10 a.m. | Art on the Parish Green, New Albany, IN | Free | This art festival features beer + wine, an immersive butterfly experience, and a host of local artisans.
Third Annual Louisville Pawpaw Festival | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Louisville Nature Center | Free | Enjoy guided hikes, workshops, and tastings, all centered around this prehistoric fruit.
Sunday, Sept. 7
Paristown Plant Swap | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Paristown | Free | Bring a plant, take a plant, and enjoy local crafts, drinks, and food.
Uncle Boojie’s Homeplace celebrates its grand opening today. The Paristown Pointe tasting room offers tours, pick-a-barrel experiences, cocktails, and food Mondays-Saturdays.
Number
$2 million. That’s how much the Louisville Economic Development Alliance is investing in a new incentive fund for the South End. Half the funds will be dispersed in grants to existing businesses for real estate improvements, while the rest will be for attracting national + regional restaurants to Dixie Highway.
Eat
Louie’s Hot Chicken & Barbecue has reopened as Louie’s Soup & Sandwiches with a focus on the lunch crowd. Take a peek at the revamped menu. (Louisville Business First)
Try This
Grandparents get in free at the zoo this Sunday, Sept. 7 for Grandparent Appreciation Day. Up to two senior guests get free admission with the purchase of a regular adult or child ticket.
Shop
The Asia Institute Crane House is hosting its annual Asian Night Market event next Saturday, Sept. 13 at Fourth Street Live. Shop local retail vendors + get some good food while watching live performances between 5 p.m. and 10 p.m. The event is free and open to all ages.
Traffic
Several roads in Old Louisville have closed or been changed to one-way traffic ahead of the bridge replacement project on I-65 coming next year. Be ready for detours and closures within several blocks of I-65 between University Avenue and Breckenridge Street.
Sports
James Madison poses a tougher challenge for Louisville than many fans expect. Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Cards with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Shop
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The Buy
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This month will be the final Waterfront Wednesday of the season. WFPK just announced Joy Oladokun will be headlining this month’s concert on Sept. 17. I got to see Oladokun perform at High Water in Charleston this year (shout out to CHStoday) and can tell you this is a show you won’t want to miss.
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