About the site:

Maggie L. Walker National Historic site commemorates the life of a progressive and talented African American woman. With only a high-school education, Maggie L. Walker ran a newspaper, started a department store and became the first black woman founder and president of a chartered bank in the United States. She transformed the Independent Order of St. Luke, a small fraternal benevolent organization, into a national institution serving 24 states.

Educational Opportunities

Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site offers free, fun-filled curriculum-based educational programs throughout the year! The education staff is interested in providing high-quality programs and services at the park.

Explore Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site which includes a visitor center, exhibit building and Mrs. Walker's home. Participate in a variety of hands-on educational activities that are tailored to meet the Standards of Learning and will excite students to uncover the remarkable story of a 20th-century role model.

All school groups must make a reservation prior to their visit to Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site. All programs are free!

To schedule a reservation for your school group, please call (814) 771-2017 x 24.