The Washington Bee

Title

The Washington Bee

Description

The Washington Bee was one of the most influential African American newspapers in the United States. During its years of operation 1884- 1922, articles focused on the activities of African Americans and the society page had information about local church events. Civil Rights was a main issue. Articles described the struggles of African Americans both locally and nationally.

Source

One may browse issues of the newspaper at the Library of Congress Chronicling America at: http://www.loc.gov/chroniclingamerica/lccn/sn84025891/issues

Citation

“The Washington Bee,” Fairfax County African American History Inventory, accessed October 24, 2026, https://fairfaxaahi.centerformasonslegacies.com/items/show/389.