Thursday, November 4, 2004
Ali Center's topping out draws 'Greatest' and fans
The Associated Press
LOUISVILLE - Muhammad Ali posed for pictures, gave out hugs and performed magic tricks for about 150 people who turned out for a "topping out" ceremony at the downtown center named for him.
The event was to mark reaching the center's highest point. As part of the ceremony, a large crane was to hoist the highest beam into place on the steel frame of the six-story Muhammad Ali Center.
But rain kept that from happening, and the beam was lifted only a few feet off the ground.
The $34.5 million, 93,000-square-foot center is scheduled to open Nov. 19, 2005. It will include 24,000 square feet of exhibits, featuring six themed pavilions.
The Ali Institute, based at the University of Louisville, plans to hold seminars and other events at the center to promote peacemaking and conflict resolution.
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