Maggie L Walker National Historic Site
National Historic Site ยท Virginia
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Historic house in Virginia, US
The Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site is a United States National Historic Landmark and a National Historic Site located at 110ยฝ E. Leigh Street on "Quality Row" in the Jackson Ward neighborhood of Richmond, Virginia. The site was designated a U.S. National Historic Landmark in 1975. The National Historic Site was established in 1978 to tell the story of the life and work of Maggie L. Walker (1867โ1934), the first woman to serve as president of a bank in the United States. It was built by George W. Boyd, father of physician, Sarah Garland Boyd Jones. The historic site protects the restored and originally furnished home of Walker. Tours of the home are offered by National Park Service rangers.
About Maggie L Walker National Historic Site
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, Walkerโs home is preserved as a tribute to her enduring legacy of vision, courage, and determination.
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Operating Hours
Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site
The site will be open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays for reserved group tours, and Fridays and Saturdays for walk-ins only. The site is closed on Thanksgiving, December 25th and January 1st.
| mon | tue | wed | thu | fri | sat | sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 9:00AM - 4:30PM | 9:00AM - 4:30PM | Closed |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to enter Maggie L Walker National Historic Site?
Maggie L Walker National Historic Site is free to enter.
What are the best activities at Maggie L Walker National Historic Site?
Popular activities at Maggie L Walker National Historic Site include: Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Junior Ranger Program, Shopping, Bookstore and Park Store.
What is the weather like at Maggie L Walker National Historic Site?
Summer is hot and humid, spring and winter are pleasant/mild, winter can be cold and occasionally snowy.
How do I get to Maggie L Walker National Historic Site?
Coming west on I-64, take exit 75 to 3rd street, turn right on Leigh St., park on 2nd street. Coming south on I-95, take exit 79 east onto I-64 east to Norfolk, then follow directions coming from the west. Coming east on I-64, take exit 190 to 5th St., Downtown, continue straight on 5th St., turn right on Jackson St., left on 3rd St., right on Leigh St., then right on 2nd St. Coming north on I-95, take exit 76A for Chamberlayne Ave, turn left on Chamberlayne Pkwy, left on Leigh St., then left on 2nd St.
Entrance Fees
Free Admission
Weather
Summer is hot and humid, spring and winter are pleasant/mild, winter can be cold and occasionally snowy.
Directions
Coming west on I-64, take exit 75 to 3rd street, turn right on Leigh St., park on 2nd street. Coming south on I-95, take exit 79 east onto I-64 east to Norfolk, then follow directions coming from the west. Coming east on I-64, take exit 190 to 5th St., Downtown, continue straight on 5th St., turn right on Jackson St., left on 3rd St., right on Leigh St., then right on 2nd St. Coming north on I-95, take exit 76A for Chamberlayne Ave, turn left on Chamberlayne Pkwy, left on Leigh St., then left on 2nd St.
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