The Islamic Center of Detroit petitions to rename Belton-Mark Twain Park as 'Muhammad Ali Park'

By Alex Washington

Feb 7, 2022 at 1:41 pm

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Belton-Mark Twain Park.

The Islamic Center of Detroit (ICD) has proposed the renaming of a local park to honor a prominent figure in Black history.

ICD is hoping to rename the Belton-Mark Twain Park as "Muhammad Ali Park," and has plans for a park remodel.

The city-owned park is located in Detroit at the intersection of Belton St. and Mark Twain St. — hence the name. The park is only a city block away from ICD's location on Mark Twain St. and Tireman Ave.

According to a press release, ICD would like to see the park become a place both Detroit and neighboring Dearborn residents would be able to enjoy. Remodeling plans include adding a running/walking track, an updated playground, a basketball court, and a picnic area.

ICD is currently collecting digital signatures for its petition to rename the park.

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