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Entrepreneur, philanthropist, and social activist, Madam C. J. Walker (1867–1919) created a haircare empire, including a product line, training schools, and salons, which made her one of the wealthiest African Americans of her time. “I am a woman who came from the cotton fields of the South. From there I was promoted to the wash-tub. Then I was promoted to the cook kitchen, and from there I promoted myself into the business of manufacturing hair goods and preparations. I have built my own factory on my own ground!” Madam C. J. Walker addressing the National Negro Business League in Chicago, 1912 See “In the Driver’s Seat: The Rise of Madam C. J. Walker” on display, post-security in terminal 3 or online at: https://bit.ly/3yslzyr
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