Maggie L Walker National Historic Site

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Maggie L. Walker's home and adjacent buildings — Maggie L. Walker's stately home was located on a street dubbed "Quality Row."Photo: NPS Photo

Maggie Lena 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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The back parlor with piano, couch, floor lamp and fireplace — The back parlor served as an entertainment location for the Walker familyPhoto: NPS Photo/Maggie L Walker NHS

A room with a wall of full bookcases, chairs and several diplomas on the wall — The Library served as both a relaxing place and a work place for Mrs. WalkerPhoto: NPS Photo/Maggie L Walker NHS

3 red brick, two-story buildings, with a US flag flying and an overcast sky — The Maggie L. Walker Visitor Center serves as a gateway into Mrs. Walker's life in Jackson WardPhoto: Maggie L. Walker NHS/Mike Anderson

Park information and photos come from the National Park Service. This is not an official NPS site.