Chicago Bee Building, Chicago
The home of the Chicago Bee Newspaper, which was founded by Anthony Overton to promote black businesses and issues.
The home of the Chicago Bee Newspaper, which was founded by Anthony Overton to promote black businesses and issues. The art-deco building has an elegant terra cotta façade and today houses the Chicago Bee Branch Library.
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About Chicago Bee Building
3647 South State Street, Chicago, IL, United States
+1 312-747-6872
Chicago Bee Building and Nearby Sights on Map
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