In the 1930s, ‘40s and ‘50s, "The Midnight Ramble" described the live musical performances which used to take place at midnight on the movie house stages along what was then Walnut Street, since renamed Muhammad Ali Boulevard, the hub of the African-American community. Moms Mabley, Redd Foxx, the Clovers and Clyde McPhatter and the Dominoes are just some of the noted entertainers who shared songs and laughter with Louisville audiences. Today, this tradition has been revived at The Kentucky Center. As a tribute to the Walnut Street of yesteryear, "The Midnight Ramble Series" is a living legacy of African-American cultural history. The Kentucky Center is located on Main Street between 5th and 6th streets, (502) 584-7777 or visit www.kentuckycenter.org.

West Point, Kentucky is the site of General Sherman’s headquarters during the Civil War. Walking tours and historic home tours are available. A Civil War cemetery is located on-site. For more information call (502) 922-4260 or (502) 922-4560.

The birthplace of Whitney M. Young, the Whitney M. Young, Jr. National Shine, is located on the campus of the Whitney M. Young, Jr. Job Corps Center. The home place is available for rental parties, meetings and other functions. It is located just a half-hour from Louisville in Simpsonville, Kentucky. For reservations call (502) 585-4733.

The Kentucky Derby Museum at Churchill Downs houses a permanent exhibit saluting the contributions of African-Americans to the Kentucky Derby and Thoroughbred racing. Located at 704 Central Avenue, (502) 637-1111, www.derbymuseum.org.

The Muhammad Ali Center has an architecture and exhibit design that blends seamlessly to present issues, such as conflict resolution, faith, belief in oneself and appreciation of diversity, in a meaningful and exciting format. Visitors to the center are exposed to Ali’s life and ideals and are challenged to think about their own choices. Through the use of inventive programming, one-of-a-kind interactive website, and specially tailored curricula for schools around the country and the globe, the Ali Center has a worldwide presence. The center is located downtown at 144 North Sixth Street, One Muhammad Ali Plaza, on the Riverfront. For admission prices, hours, and information on rental space, call (502) 584-9254 or visit www.alicenter.org .