The Legacy of Malcolm X (El-Hajj Malik el-Shabazz) 1925-1965

Who was Malcolm X? Why was he called Malcolm X? Why was his life known to have four phases? What did these phases of his life entail? What were some of the influences in his life? Did he leave a legacy behind?

What lessons, if any, can we take from his life and the circumstances that surrounded his life?

Come hear lecturer, poet, musician and archivist, Waleed Muhammad, and his unique take on the life and times of Malcolm X. With his multi-media presentation of this figure in American history.

Waleed personally knew some of the family members of Malcolm X. And formerly worked as a Muslim chaplain at Norfolk prison, where Malcolm was last incarcerated. Waleed also befriended the other Malcolm; Malcolm "Shorty" Jarvis, who was known to be Malcolm's closest friend.

This is a multimedia presentation of personal letters, unseen pictures, and stories of Malcom X and his closest friends as told by Waleed Muhammad. Come learn about what were considered to be the four phases of Malcolm X's life:

Phase One: "Malcolm Little"

Phase Two: "Detroit Red"

Phase Three: "National Leader"

Phase Four: "El-Hajj Malik el-Shabazz"

Tickets available in advance $10 | $15 at the door based on availability

Cafe open for coffee, tea and light refreshments | FREE Parking