Maggie Walker, 1864-1934. One of the most prominent businesswomen in America during the turn of the century. Portrait by Carol Jacobsen

Maggie Walker was one of the most prominent businesswomen in America during the turn of the century. In 1903 she founded the St. Luke Penny Savings Bank in Richmond, Virginia. When she cut the ribbon on opening day, she became the first female bank president in the United States. Walker also established a local newspaper. Through both her bank and newspaper, she helped to empower the African-American community by encouraging economic power through individual business endeavors. She was a highly effective advocate for African-American women’s rights and helped organize the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People.

Despite the fact that Walker was born into poverty and had no college education, she persisted with courage, intellect, and passion to achieve her dreams.

This poster, part of the series Women of Color and Accomplishment by Carol Jacobsen is printed on museum-grade paper (175gsm fine art paper) using top-tier pigmented archival inks for a matte finish. caroljacobsen.org

.: 175 gsm fine art paper
.: Matte finish
.: For indoor use
.: NB! Due to the production process of these posters, please allow for slight size deviations with a tolerance +/- 1/16".