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Overview
Madam CJ Walker is famous for being self-made. A daughter of a former slave, Walker worked her way from the bottom earning just $1.50 a day to running an empire which made her one of the wealthiest, successful women in the 20th century. The Walker Manufacturing plant is now the Madam Walker Theatre Center which commemorates her zeal and drive to success. The theater is last of the iconic buildings which lined Indiana Avenue and still has much of its 1927 architecture. But this is more than a building--the center promotes social justice, provides cultural education, and empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs, business owners, and civil leaders. The building itself is a symbol of African-American pride and continues to be a beacon within the community.
Apr 2 to May 31
Downtown
What does it mean to inherit womanhood?Inheritance is often imagined as something tangible—an heirloom, a name, a lineage carefully traced across…
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Apr 2
Downtown
Celebrating The Best In Black College BasketballThe HBCU All-Stars Awards Ceremony is a premier celebration that honors excellence, leadership, and community…
Apr 4
Downtown
The HBCU All-Stars, LLC Social Justice & Civil Rights Luncheon is a signature convening that leverages the influence of sport to…
Apr 12
Downtown
Celebrating 30 years in 2026, this year’s Art & Soul will feature a year-round celebration centered on the Featured Artists, with…
Apr 30 to May 1
Downtown
Master Classes: April 30Open Level. Step into the world of Asase Yaa! Learn from master choreographers and explore traditional West African…
May 17
Downtown
Celebrating 30 years in 2026, this year’s Art & Soul will feature a year-round celebration centered on the Featured Artists, with…
Jun 14
Downtown
Celebrating 30 years in 2026, this year’s Art & Soul will feature a year-round celebration centered on the Featured Artists, with…
Jun 19
Downtown
The legendary Teddy Riley — architect of New Jack Swing and era-defining hitmaker — is coming to the Historic Walker Theatre…
Jun 20
Downtown
Join us for the Madam Walker Legacy Center’s 4th Annual Legacy Fest. This two-day celebration honors the legacy of Madam C.J…
Jul 12
Downtown
Celebrating 30 years in 2026, this year’s Art & Soul will feature a year-round celebration centered on the Featured Artists, with…
Aug 9
Downtown
Celebrating 30 years in 2026, this year’s Art & Soul will feature a year-round celebration centered on the Featured Artists, with…
Oct 10
Downtown
Indy Arts Council announces the 2026 Featured Artists and schedule, as part of the 30th annual Art & Soul, its largest…
