November 10, 1978: Maggie Lena Walker devoted her life to civil rights advancement, economic empowerment, and educational opportunities for African Americans and women during the late 1800s and early 1900s. 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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