The Official Black Wall Street Exhibit

media release: The 8th Annual Black Business Awards Recognition & Exhibition is the Madison Black Chamber of Commerce’s largest annual fundraiser. Your participation helps celebrate Black excellence while directly supporting the Chamber’s mission to strengthen and grow Black-owned businesses through advocacy, access, and economic opportunity.

For over a decade, the Madison Black Chamber of Commerce has advanced Black owned businesses by expanding access, elevating visibility, and building pathways for sustainable economic growth.

“The Era’s Ball is more than a celebration - it is a reflection of the relationships, leadership, and shared commitment that shape our work, ” said Camille Carter, CEO and president of MBCC. “It also marks the beginning of the next era of growth, collaboration, and opportunity for Black-owned businesses across our region.”

The evening features premium networking, curated exhibits of entrepreneurial resilience including the official traveling exhibit of Black Wall Street created by the Tulsa Historical Society and Museum (also open 11 am-2:30 pm), live music, dancing, soulful fine dining, and an uplifting awards program recognizing Black Business Excellence The Era’s Ball invites community members, partners, supporters, and leaders to gather in celebration of progress, partnership, and purpose. Whether attending in person or supporting from afar, the event reflects a shared investment in the future of Black business and economic empowerment.

Dress Code: Era’s Elegance a Black-Tie Affair

Thursday, March 26, 2026  |  4:30 PM, Monona Terrace | Madison

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