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Maggie L Walker National Historic SiteTheme(s): Womens Issues | African American | |
Description:
The Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site commemorates the life of a progressive and talented African American woman. Despite many adversities, she achieved success in the world of business and finance as the first woman in the United States to found and serve as president of a bank. The site includes her residence of thirty years and a visitor center detailing her life and the Jackson Ward community in which she lived and worked. The house is restored to its 1930's appearance with original Walker family pieces.
Designations:
National Historic Site (November 10, 1978)
Accessibility:
The visitor center and first floor of the house are accessible to wheelchair users.
Getting Around:
Set aside half hour to an hour for a guided tour. Visit the house and visitor center; view the short film on Mrs. Walker's life.
Activites:
Educational Programs | And more.
Facilities:
Museum Exhibits | Tours & Guided Activities | And more.
Directions to Maggie L Walker National Historic Site
Car:
Visitors traveling west on I-64 or north on I-95 take exit 76A, Chamberlayne Avenue, turn left at the light, go to the first light and turn left onto West Leigh Street. Go 2 1/2 blocks to the Site on the left.
Visitors traveling east on I-64 or I-95, take exit 76B at Belvidere and turn left at the stop sign. Go approximately 7 1/2 blocks to the Site on the left at 110 1/2 East Leigh Street.
Attractions:
Library of Virginia
Black History and Cultural Museum of Virginia
Police Museum
Nearby Parks:
Richmond National Battlefield Park (1.5 miles)
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Contact Information for Maggie L Walker National Historic Site
Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site
1101/2 East Leigh Street
Richmond, VA
23223
Phone: (804)771-2017
Fax: 804-771-2226
Located in Richmond, VA
For more information on Maggie L Walker National Historic Site
Information on this page provided by the NPS.
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