Madame C.J. Walker: The First Black Millionarie

Program Type:

Black History & Culture, Local History

Age Group:

Adults, Adults 55+
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Event Details

Born in 19th century rural Louisiana to former slaves Sarah Breedlove rose to become the first female African-American self-made millionaire in the United States. Known as Madam C.J. Walker, she developed a line of beauty care products for black women.

This virtual program is presented by the Chappaqua Public Library, the New Rochelle Public Library, the Somers Library and the Yonkers Public Library. It will be held over Zoom. Click here to join it:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9331094123?omn=83036679934 

 

This program is co-sponsored by the Yonkers Historical Society.