Primary Sources and Historical Records

  1. FCCA 30th Anniversary Booklet (1958)
     This commemorative booklet outlines the FCCA’s achievements from 1928 to 1958, including efforts to improve Black education, secure equal pay for Black teachers, and advocate for jury inclusion.
    View the booklet (PDF)​
  2. “The Colored Citizens Association in the News”
     An article detailing the FCCA’s history and impact within Fairfax County.
    Read the article​
  3. Mt. Calvary Baptist Church – About Us
     Provides historical context about the church’s founding and its role in the community.
    Visit the page​

Additional Context and Resources

  • Fairfax County African American Historic Resources Survey (2022)
     A comprehensive survey detailing African American communities and historic sites in Fairfax County.
    Access the survey (PDF)​
  • African American Historic Sites in Fairfax County
     An inventory of significant African American landmarks and communities within the county.
    Explore the sites​Fairfax County+2Fairfax County Research+2DHR+2
  • Black History & Museums in Virginia and Washington, DC
     A guide to Black history and heritage sites across Fairfax County and the broader region.

Find Historical Markers and Landmarks

Search the database for the old Mt. Calvary Baptismal ground, and Shiloh Baptist Church

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