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Before there was Oprah Winfrey, there was Madam C.J. Walker. The daughter of former slaves, Walker grew up an orphan toiling ...
The Madam Walker Legacy Center celebrated advancements honoring pioneering entrepreneur Madam C.J. Walker, including a historical marker.
Madam C.J. Walker, American, 1867 - 1919 Description Black and white photographic bust length portrait of Madam C.J. Walker. Sitting sideways, her head is turned slightly right towards the viewer. Her ...
Maggie Walker National Historic Site This US National Historic Site is located in Richmond, Virginia in the Jackson Ward ...
1900s: Madame C.J. Walker develops a range of hair-care products for black hair. She popularizes the press-and-curl style. Some criticize her for encouraging black women to look white.