Egg carton from Muslim Farms, 1968
This egg carton is from Muslim Farms, Inc., part of the network of commercial farms owned and operated by
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Organization of Afro-American Unity Inc. Aims and Objectives, 1965
This double-sided folded leaflet outlines the aims and objectives of the Organization of Afro-American Unity, Inc. (OAAU), founded by
Training robe worn by Muhammad Ali at the 5th Street Gym, 1964
Muhammad Ali wore this robe in 1964, while training at the now legendary 5th Street Gym in Miami, Florida.
Tape recorder used by Malcolm X at Mosque No. 7, 1960
Malcolm X used this tape recorder in 1960 when he served as minister of the Nation of Islam’s (NOI’s)
Lapel pin for the Muslim Girls Training-General Civilization Class, 1968-1975
Nation of Islam (NOI) member Hafeezah Muhammad Bahar wore this lapel pin for the Muslim Girls Training-General Civilization Class
Fruit of Islam uniform ca. 1960
This Fruit of Islam (FOI) uniform was worn by a male member of the Nation of Islam (NOI) in
Qur’an acquired by Elijah Muhammad during Umrah to Mecca in 1959
In 1959, Nation of Islam (NOI) leader the Honorable Elijah Muhammad made umrah (pilgrimage outside of hajj season) to
Drumsticks used by Art Blakey, 1980s
Born in 1919, jazz drummer and bandleader Art Blakey rose to prominence playing with greats like Billy Eckstine, Charlie