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Maggie Lena Walker

1867-1934

Maggie Walker was born into a poor family in Richmond, VA.

Maggie Walker learned all about money.

Maggie Walker started a bank for African Americans.

She became the first woman president of a bank.

Maggie Walker's bank is called Consolidated Bank.

It is in Richmond, Virginia.

Netlinks for Maggie Walker

Theatre IV: The Story of Maggie Walker

Federal Reserve Bank: Maggie Walker

The Maggie Walker House: National Parks Service