Marion A. McBride

1850–1909 (age 59)

Businesswoman

Biography

Marion A. McBride forged a path as a visionary businesswoman at a time when women were shaping the commercial landscape in bold new ways. Born in 1850, she combined entrepreneurial skill with a dedication to empowering others through economic opportunity.

Her leadership in business and civic organizations inspired many, and her steady presence in Williamsburg’s development signaled the vital role women played in the growth of American communities.