A Two-Day Celebration Preserving the Legacy of Malcolm X

A two-day experience honoring Malcolm X at 101—featuring the official launch of Malcolm in the Desert and a powerful community celebration.

Celebrating Legacy! A two-day Birthday Celebration: Malcolm X at 101 Annual Tribute—featuring the official Book Launch of Malcolm in the Desert: Wisdom from the Spiritual Transformation of Malcolm X and a powerful "Community Celebration!"

Join The Shabazz Center for a two-day celebration honoring the life, legacy, and enduring impact of Malcolm X with powerful speakers, performers, and electrifying ambiance in the very place where he was martyred and took his last breath, in front of those he loved and a community he served. Visit historical and sacred grounds where his beloved wife, Dr. Betty Shabazz, turned tragedy into triumph at The Shabazz Center -- for this generation to have a place of their own to convene. The Celebration will begin with Day 1 the official Book Launch of Malcolm in the Desert:Wisdom from the Spiritual Transformation of Malcolm X by Dr. Ilyasah Shabazz and will continue to Day 2 culminating into a powerful community celebration of his enduring global impact.

Malcolm X at 101 Annual Tribute brings together reflection, culture, and community to honor a legacy in Love, Unity, & Strength -- one that continues to shape our world.

Ways to Join Us:

Monday, May 18th

VIP Book Launch & Fireside Chat, Dinner Celebration - Be among the first to experience this profound new work exploring Malcolm X’s spiritual journey, transformation, and global impact.

5:30 PM - Doors Open

6:00 PM - Dinner

7:00 PM - Program Begins

Master of Ceremonies - Charles Coleman

Special Invited Celebrity Guest DJ Pete Rock

Malcolm in the Desert: Wisdom from the Spiritual Transformation of Malcolm X
An Evening with Dr. Ilyasah Shabazz

• VIP Reception
• Moderated Fireside Chat
• Buffet Dinner
• Book Sale / Book Signing
• Networking, Fellowshipping, Re-Imagining

Tuesday, May 19th - Live Streamed

El Hajj Malik El Shabazz, Malcolm X at 101 Annual Tribute Birthday Celebration

6:00 PM - Doors Open

7:00 PM - Program Begins

Master of Ceremonies - Dr. Marc Lamont Hill

• Drumming/Libations
• Powerful Speakers
• Live Performances
• Vanguard Awards Ceremony
• Inaugural Legacy Award Ceremony
• Music, Community, & Celebration

If you cannot attend and would like to donate, please visit our website https://theshabazzcenter.org.

Disclaimer - donations are not in exchange of event tickets.

All proceeds will support The Malcolm X & Dr. Betty Shabazz Memorial and Educational Center.

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