• Collage of images, including Maggie Walker, her home, and the St. Luke Penny Savings Bank

    Maggie L Walker

    National Historic Site Virginia

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    Please note that, effective March 11, 2013, Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site will be closed on Mondays, in addition to its regular Sunday closures. More »

Determined Spirit

Maggie Walker devoted her life to civil rights advancement, economic empowerment, and educational opportunities for Jim Crow-era African Americans and women. As a bank president, newspaper editor, and fraternal leader, Walker served as an inspiration of pride and progress. Today, Walker’s home is preserved as a tribute to her enduring legacy of vision, courage, and determination.

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  • 2011 Summer Leadership Institute participants

    2013 Youth Summer Leadership Institute

    The Leadership Institute provides a two week experiential program for youth interested in developing leadership skills.

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  • Students at the home of Maggie L. Walker

    Plan a field trip!

    Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site offers free, fun-filled curriculum-based educational programs throughout the year!

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  • Maggie L. Walker Virtual Museum Exhibit

    Virtual Museum Exhibit

    This exhibit explores the life and legacy of Maggie L. Walker (1864-1934), civil rights activist and trailblazing entrepreneur.

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  • Maggie L. Walker NHS Social Media

    Stay Connected!

    We use several Social Media sites to reach out to our visitors and continue the conversation.

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  • Profile of Maggie L. Walker

    Who was Maggie Walker?

    Maggie Lena Walker’s life is a testament to hard work, determination, and courage. Learn more about her remarkable life and accomplishments.

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  • Ranger greeting a visitor

    Plan your Visit!

    Want to come visit us? Start planning here!

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  • Image of Mrs. Walker's home

    Discover Jackson Ward!

    Learn more about the neighborhood Maggie Walker knew and loved. Discover the people, businesses, and stories that made this neighborhood remarkable!

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  • Maggie L. Walker NHS internship

    Internship Opportunities

    Gain valuable experience with the National Park Service by spending a season at Maggie L. Walker NHS!

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    Become a Volunteer

    Volunteers are Very Important People, (VIPs)! We need your skills and expertise in order to achieve our mission.

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Did You Know?

Horse-drawn carriage called a victoria

For Christmas in 1903, the I.O. St. Luke gave Maggie Walker a Victoria (a type of horse-drawn carriage), a matched pair of black horses, and coachman’s livery.