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Today’s post is by Stephanie Hebda. The first time I stepped foot inside the Madame Walker Theater Center museum I was immediately drawn to a black piano sitting against the wall in the back room. As a piano player since the age of 5, I have always been fascinated by musical instruments, especially those with some history.

Today’s post is by Kate Massman. The story of Madame C.J. Walker and her success can be told through the objects within the Madame C.J. Walker Museum. Objects, unlike text, can offer a physical look into the life a remarkable woman. One can walk through the exhibits and learn about the life and company of a self-made woman, who helped countless women start off on their own. This tale is told through tins of hair product, curling irons, images, and numerous other objects.