Rowena Moore founded the Malcolm X Memorial Foundation in 1971 working alone, using her money to stage events commemorating his birth and death. 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.

We intend to honor this great African-American, this great Omahan, by constructing a memorial at 3448 Pinkney Street, the site of his birth home

in Omaha, Nebraska. 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.

Our founder envisioned a Malcolm X Birth-place International Center, tourist attraction and learning center, a park, museum, library and amphitheater.