Join us for a live conversation celebrating the legacy of A’Lelia Walker, daughter of Madam C.J. Walker and a defining figure of the Harlem Renaissance. This pre-festival webinar features award-winning journalist and author A’Lelia Bundles, whose new biography Joy Goddess brings to life her great-grandmother’s dazzling world of culture, creativity, and community.
From legendary parties and intimate salons, to political conferences and national fund drives, A’Lelia Walker stood at the crossroads of art and activism – hosting luminaries including Langston Hughes, Countee Cullen, Zora Neale Hurston and Carl Van Vechten. Moderated by Isisara Bey, Artistic Director of March On!, this conversation will explore the cultural impact of Walker’s life and the ongoing significance of Black women’s leadership in arts and enterprise.
As part of our countdown to the 2025 March On! Festival (September 16–21), this session invites you to discover the joy, brilliance, and legacy of one of history’s unsung icons.
Featuring:
- A’Lelia Bundles: Author of On Her Own Ground: The Life and Times of Madam C. J. Walker
- Isisara Bey: Moderator
