See the first covers of popular African-American magazines published in the early 1900s

Francis Akhalbey November 01, 2018

See the first covers of popular African-American magazines published in the early 1900s

Negro Digest first issue

Negro Digest

Negro Digest was founded in Chicago by legendary African-American businessman and publisher John H. Johnson. The first issue was released on November 1, 1942. The magazine gained popularity for its “If I Were a Negro” column which asked well-known white people to share their views on problems affecting the African-American community.

See the first covers of popular African-American magazines published in the early 1900s

“Color Craze” column from Negro Digest, November 1943 — Photo via exhibits.library.pdx.edu

Former First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt also famously contributed to the column. Later renamed Black World, the final issue was released in 1976.

Last Edited by:Ismail Akwei Updated: November 1, 2018

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