Mrs. Rowena Moore founded the Malcolm X Memorial Foundation in 1971. Her family owned 5 lots including the place of his birth home. By the early 80’s, supporters began planning for big things and in 1983 the Foundation was incorporated. A historical marker was placed in 1987. That same year, with the support of the Shabazz family and Omaha community members, Mrs. Moore purchased the surrounding 10 acres.
She is remembered for her service to the North Omaha community. Active on the political scene, her aspirations lead her to become the first Black woman to run for the Omaha CIty Council.
This land that belonged to the family of one of history’s most famous leaders, is now in the care of the Malcolm X Memorial Foundation. Mrs. Moore envisioned a Malcolm X Birth-place International Center, tourist attraction and learning center, a park, museum, library and amphitheater.
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