MEDIA ADVISORY: Madam Walker Legacy Center to unveil Memorial Way Marker and share 2023 – 2027 strategic plan vision
Residents and community members are invited to the Open House to celebrate history and heritage while learning about the future
INDIANAPOLIS — This Friday, the Madam Walker Legacy Center will host an unveiling event for Madam Walker Memorial Way on the iconic Indiana Avenue. During the event program, organization leaders will also share the vision outlined in the 2023 – 2027 strategic plan for the Legacy Center.
The open house event will provide an opportunity for the community to explore the Walker Theatre and hear about the importance of the cultural institute which anchors the Indiana Avenue corridor. Media are invited to attend, and the Madam Walker Legacy Center President, Kristian Little Stricklen, will be available for interviews following the program.
WHAT: Madam Walker Memorial Way Street Dedication
WHEN: Friday, October 20th from 5:30 – 9 p.m.
5:30 p.m.: Madam C.J. Walker Memorial Way – Street Dedication
5:50 p.m.: Indiana Ave. Tour & Talkback with Through2Eyes Tours
6 p.m.: Art on the Ave Reception
7 p.m.: Remarks from artist Kevin Nance-West
WHERE: Madam Walker Legacy Center: 617 Indiana Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46202
There will be ample parking in the larger lot just west of the building and north of 632 MLK Apartment Complex.
WHO: Special attendees and speakers include:
- Madam Walker Legacy Center Chairwoman, Dr. Nichole Wilson
- Madam Walker Legacy Center President, Kristian Little Stricklen
- Great-great Granddaughter of Madam CJ Walker and American Journalist and News Producer, A’Lelia Bundles
- President Indianapolis-City-County Council Councilor, District 11 & Board Member, Vop Osili
- Elected officials
VISUALS: Unveiling ceremony, event program with remarks from organization leadership, community members gathering and participating in Indiana Avenue tours and an art reception featuring fine art by Kevin Nance-West
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Media Contact:
Taylor Phillips
219-246-3001