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.
Photo: NPS Photo / NPS
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, Walker’s home is preserved as a tribute to her enduring legacy of vision, courage, and determination.
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Driving times from Maggie L Walker National Historic Site, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.
Hours
Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site
- Mon
- Closed
- Tue
- Closed
- Wed
- Closed
- Thu
- Closed
- Fri
- 9:00AM - 4:30PM
- Sat
- 9:00AM - 4:30PM
- Sun
- Closed
Activities
Getting there
Summer is hot and humid, spring and winter are pleasant/mild, winter can be cold and occasionally snowy.
Frequently asked questions
- What is there to do at Maggie L Walker National Historic Site?
- Popular activities include Bookstore and Park Store, Guided Tours, Junior Ranger Program, Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Shopping.
- Which national parks are within a day's drive of Maggie L Walker National Historic Site?
- Within about a day's drive you can reach Richmond National Battlefield Park (21 min), Petersburg National Battlefield (35 min), Colonial National Historical Park (54 min), Green Springs (59 min), Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania National Military Park (59 min), Historic Jamestowne Part of Colonial National Historical Park (1 h 7 min).