Madam Walker Legacy Center [Indianapolis] (Q26768)
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theatre in Indianapolis
- Madam Walker Legacy Center
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| English | Madam Walker Legacy Center [Indianapolis] | theatre in Indianapolis |
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39°46'33.600"N, 86°10'1.560"W
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Built 1927 by Rubush & Hunter. Opened 26 Dec 1927. Named after the first female self-made millionaire in the United States, Madam C. J. Walker (1867-1919), who initiated and funded the theatre after being charged a higher price at another theatre because of her race. 1500 seats. Operated as part of the Madam Walker Legacy Center. (English)
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617 Indiana Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46202
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