The Audubon Ballroom is a historic building located in the Washington Heights neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City. Its most significant connection to Black history lies in its association with Malcolm X, the prominent civil rights leader and human rights activist.

On February 21, 1965, Malcolm X was set to deliver a speech at the Audubon Ballroom when he was tragically assassinated on stage. The assassination took place during a meeting of his organization, the Organization of Afro-American Unity. Malcolm X had been a key figure in the civil rights movement, advocating for Black empowerment, self-defense, and Pan-African unity.

The Audubon Ballroom thus became a site of great historical significance, marking the place where one of the most influential figures in Black history was killed. The building has since been renovated and now houses the Malcolm X & Dr. Betty Shabazz Memorial and Educational Center, which serves as a tribute to Malcolm X and his legacy, as well as a place for education and community engagement on issues of social justice and human rights.