Arthur Ashe | Conscience leader, Humanitarian, Educator & Athlete

Arthur Ashe was a top ranked tennis player in the 1960s and 70s. Raised in the segregated South, he was the first African-American male tennis player to win a Grand Slam tournament. He was much more than an athlete though. His commitment to social justice, health and humanitarian issues left a mark on the world as indelible as his tennis was on the court. This site is dedicated to providing a unique multimedia resource for understanding and promoting the legacy and values embodied in the life and work of Arthur Ashe as a conscience leader, humanitarian, educator and athlete. 

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Inspiration Awards Gallery

The AALC Inspiration Awards Gala was held on Tuesday, September 9, 2014 in New York City
Watch the ESPN 30 for 30 Short Arthur and Johnnie
After, share your thoughts about the documentary short on our Blog

News & Upcoming Events

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Did You Know?

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Did you know that Arthur Ashe was chosen by USA Today as one of the 25 most inspiring people of the last quarter-century?   

Read Did You Know USA Today 25 Arthur Ashe 14

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The AALC 45th Anniversary of
 Arthur Ashe’s Victory in the 1st US Open 
and the Inspirational Tour 
New York Closing Celebration
held September 9, 2013 at the New York Hall of Science
Learn more about the previous event:
AALC February 6th Commemoration Event
Thank you to everyone who visited the 
Arthur Ashe Learning Center Inspirational Tour
Click here to Learn More about the Inspirational Tour and/or view/download the supplemental educational materials 
Read about it in the New York Times: 
Ashe’s Legacy on Display by Greg Bishop

Our Mission:  Inspired by Arthur Ashe’s proactive life as a conscience leader, humanitarian, educator and athlete, the Arthur Ashe Learning Center (AALC) promotes his legacy to educate and motivate–with an emphasis toward inspiring youth. By vividly focusing upon the areas of education, health, and wellness, citizenship, and self-reliance, the AALC fosters empowerment and leadership in the individual and the community, elevating their sense of purpose and quality of life.