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Recorded February 12, 2026

Step into the world of Harlem's tastemakers and cultural innovators in a conversation with A'Lelia Bundles -- journalist, Emmy-winning producer, New York Times best selling author, and descendant of Madam C.J. Walker. Drawing on her acclaimed biographies On Her Own Ground and Joy Goddess, Bundles will explore A'Lelia Walker's extraordinary life and impact on Harlem's cultural life, elite social circles, and artistic flowering during the Harlem Renaissance. Moderated by Allison Robinson, associate curator of history exhibitions, the discussion spotlights rare personal artifacts that Bundles lent to the exhibition The Gay Harlem Renaissance, offering an intimate look at the material and historical legacies of this remarkable woman.

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