Series 1: Biographical (1987-1988, undated): This series consists of Beatrice Murphy Campbell’s biographical information in various forms. Most of the documents are type-written, though there is also some handwritten material. Included in this series are chronologies of Campbell’s literary activity, a draft of an entry that was published in the Dictionary of Literary Biography, and a photocopy of the actual published entry.

Series 2: Correspondence (1978-1985, undated): This series is divided into incoming and outgoing correspondence. The incoming correspondence consists of letters, many of them responses to Beatrice Campbell’s written inquiries and comments to hospital and city officials and agency executives. The outgoing correspondence consists of letters, memoranda, and notes, both typed and handwritten. Other notable documents include correspondence to Mayor Marion Barry, Jr., City Council, ANC members, and city agency and department executives and officials.

Series 3: Organizations (1980-1989, undated): This series documents a small portion of Beatrice Campbell’s service to the District of Columbia, her volunteer work, and her commitment to African American authors.

Series 4: Speeches and testimony (1979-1984 and undated): This series consists of speeches and testimony that Campbell delivered before various commissions and district hearings, the majority of which dealt with issues related to District of Columbia citizens who were elderly and/or physically or visually impaired.

Series 5: Clippings and newsletters (1955-1986, undated): This series consists of clippings, most of which are photocopies. The photocopies include a Washington Post article and chapter of a book, both written by Beatrice Murphy Campbell, in which she described her efforts to clear her name and reputation following her suspension from the Veterans Administration. Other notable clippings include an obituary for her son, Alvin Murphy; an article about the District of Columbia’s Women’s Hall of Fame call for nominees; and a piece about the DC Public Library bookmobile that mentions Campbell. A Catholic Church Parish newsletter naming Campbell as Handicapped Person of the Year is also included.

Series 6: Awards (1981-1989, undated): This series consists of items that document a few of Beatrice Campbell’s awards and nominations, including a self-produced “album” pertaining to her recognition as Handicapped Person of the Year.

Series 7: Miscellaneous (1980-1985 and undated): This series consists of items that cannot be integrated with any of the other series, most of which are undated.

Series 8: Photographs (undated): This series consists of one photograph.