An Evening with Academy Award-Winning with Ruth E. Carter

An Evening with Academy Award-Winning Costume Designer Ruth E. Carter

📅 Saturday, March 22, 2025
📍 Madam Walker Legacy Center | Historic Walker Theatre

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the visionary work of Ruth E. Carter, the legendary costume designer behind Black Panther, Malcolm X, Coming 2 America, and more! With two Academy Awards and a career spanning over 40 years, Carter has transformed storytelling through fashion, bringing Afrofuturism and cultural authenticity to the big screen.

This special event is a collaboration between Madam Walker Legacy Center and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, bringing together arts, culture, and history to honor Carter’s extraordinary contributions to film and fashion. Let's celebrate the opening of the Ruth E. Carter: Afrofuturism in Costume Design exhibit opening on March 22 at The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis.

Event Highlights:

Artist Showcase + TalkBack – Gain insight into Carter’s creative process, career journey, and impact on the film industry.

VIP Reception (VIP Ticket Holders Only) – An exclusive pre-event experience in the Grand Ballroom, featuring an intimate networking opportunity as we welcome Ruth E. Carter to the historic Walker Theatre. Your ticket also includes hors d'oeuvres.

Ticket Options:

VIP Ticket - $39.99: Access to the VIP Reception at 6:30 PM in the Grand Ballroom + Admission to the Artist Showcase + TalkBack in the Historic Walker Theatre at 7:30 PM

General Admission (GA) Ticket - $29.99: Admission to the Artist Showcase + TalkBack at 7:30 PM

VALUE ALERT: Each ticket purchase includes a complimentary pass to the Ruth E. Carter: Afrofuturism in Costume Design Exhibit at The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis—a $30 value!

Secure your spot now and experience the brilliance of Ruth E. Carter in person!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Madam Walker Legacy Center, 617 Indiana Avenue, Indianapolis, United States