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Madame Walker Legacy Center

Visit the headquarters for the first self-made female millionaire, Madam C. J. Walker (she spelled her 'Madam' without the "e"), built in the early 1900s, Walker came from cotton field beginnings to start her own line of beauty products for African American women. Visit the original salon where people still get their hair done, see a concert or play at the theatre, and take a tour of the grounds. Learn more about the African-American heritage of Indianapolis south of the historic Ransom Place District.

Address: 617 Indiana Ave
Getting there: Westside of Downtown
Hours: Mon–Fri 9AM–5PM
Price: Tours are $8, $5 for students and seniors, children under 5 free. Events vary based on ticket price
Website: madamwalkerlegacycenter.com (opens in a new tab)

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