This collection contains photographs of Atlanta University before its consolidation with Clark College, containing photographs dating from 1858 to 1995, with the bulk of the material falling between 1905 and 1968. The photographs consist of mostly students, alumni, faculty, administrative officers, campus events, and buildings of Atlanta University, however, there are photographs of people and places from all the Atlanta University Center schools. At the AUC Robert W. Woodruff Library we are always striving to improve our digital collections. We welcome additional information about people, places, or events depicted in any of the works in this collection. To submit information, please contact us at DSD@auctr.edu.
Jan 4, 2024

Atlanta University Photographs

This collection contains photographs of Atlanta University before its consolidation with Clark College, containing photographs dating from 1858 to 1995, with the bulk of the material falling between 1905 and 1968. The photographs consist of mostly students, alumni, faculty, administrative officers, campus events, and buildings of Atlanta University, however, there are photographs of people and places from all the Atlanta University Center schools.

At the AUC Robert W. Woodruff Library we are always striving to improve our digital collections. We welcome additional information about people, places, or events depicted in any of the works in this collection. To submit information, please contact us at DSD@auctr.edu.
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  • Institution = Atlanta University Center Robert W. Woodruff Library
  • Decade = 1950-1959
People view artwork at the exhibition.
Atlanta University Photographs
Art Exhibition, circa 1957
Date Created
1957/1961
Description
People view artwork at the exhibition.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African American arts, African American artists, Art, Portraits and people, Events and programs
Collection
Atlanta University Photographs
Two unidentified women admire artwork at the art exhibition opening.
Atlanta University Photographs
Art Exhibition Opening, April 7, 1957
Date Created
1957-04-07
Description
Two unidentified women admire artwork at the art exhibition opening.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African American arts, African American artists, Art, Portraits and people, Events and programs
Collection
Atlanta University Photographs
Mrs. Yvonne Hunt and her daughters admire artwork at the art exhibition opening.
Atlanta University Photographs
Mrs. Yvonne Hunt and Daughters, April 7, 1957
Date Created
1957-04-07
Description
Mrs. Yvonne Hunt and her daughters admire artwork at the art exhibition opening.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African American arts, African American artists, Art, Portraits and people, Events and programs
Collection
Atlanta University Photographs
Mr. L. Katz, Mrs. Manley, Mr. Wallace, Dr. Manley, and E. V. Dunn discuss artwork at the 16th annual art exhibition.
Atlanta University Photographs
16th Annual Art Exhibition Opening, April 7, 1957
Date Created
1957-04-07
Description
Mr. L. Katz, Mrs. Manley, Mr. Wallace, Dr. Manley, and E. V. Dunn discuss artwork at the 16th annual art exhibition.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African American arts, African American artists, Art, Portraits and people, Events and programs
Collection
Atlanta University Photographs
An unidentified man and woman admire artwork at the 16th annual art exhibition.
Atlanta University Photographs
16th Annual Art Exhibition Opening, April 7, 1957
Date Created
1957-04-07
Description
An unidentified man and woman admire artwork at the 16th annual art exhibition.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African American arts, African American artists, Art, Portraits and people, Events and programs
Collection
Atlanta University Photographs
Ms. Caroline Davis and Mrs. Clement admire artwork at the 16th annual art exhibition.
Atlanta University Photographs
Ms. Caroline Davis and Mrs. Clement, April 7, 1957
Date Created
1957-04-07
Description
Ms. Caroline Davis and Mrs. Clement admire artwork at the 16th annual art exhibition.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African American arts, African American artists, Art, Portraits and people, Events and programs
Collection
Atlanta University Photographs
Two unidentified women admire artwork at the 16th annual art exhibition.
Atlanta University Photographs
16th Annual Art Exhibition Opening, April 7, 1957
Date Created
1957-04-07
Description
Two unidentified women admire artwork at the 16th annual art exhibition.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African American arts, African American artists, Art, Portraits and people, Events and programs
Collection
Atlanta University Photographs
An unidentified woman admires artwork at the 16th annual art exhibition.
Atlanta University Photographs
16th Annual Art Exhibition Opening, April 7, 1957
Date Created
1957-04-07
Description
An unidentified woman admires artwork at the 16th annual art exhibition.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African American arts, African American artists, Art, Portraits and people, Events and programs
Collection
Atlanta University Photographs
An unidentified woman admires artwork at the 16th annual art exhibition.
Atlanta University Photographs
16th Annual Art Exhibition Opening, April 7, 1957
Date Created
1957-04-07
Description
An unidentified woman admires artwork at the 16th annual art exhibition.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African American arts, African American artists, Art, Portraits and people, Events and programs
Collection
Atlanta University Photographs
An unidentified man admires artwork at the 16th annual art exhibition.
Atlanta University Photographs
16th Annual Art Exhibition Opening, April 7, 1957
Date Created
1957-04-07
Description
An unidentified man admires artwork at the 16th annual art exhibition.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African American arts, African American artists, Art, Portraits and people, Events and programs
Collection
Atlanta University Photographs
Mr. and Mrs. Gregory Ridley admire artwork at the 16th annual art exhibition.
Atlanta University Photographs
Mr. and Mrs. Gregory Ridley, April 7, 1957
Date Created
1957-04-07
Description
Mr. and Mrs. Gregory Ridley admire artwork at the 16th annual art exhibition.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African American arts, African American artists, Art, Portraits and people, Events and programs
Collection
Atlanta University Photographs
Ms. Helen Y. Wilson admires artwork at the 16th annual art exhibition.
Atlanta University Photographs
Ms. Helen Y. Wilson, April 7, 1957
Date Created
1957-04-07
Description
Ms. Helen Y. Wilson admires artwork at the 16th annual art exhibition.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African American arts, African American artists, Art, Portraits and people, Events and programs
Collection
Atlanta University Photographs
Ms. Caroline Davis and Mrs. Clement admire artwork at the 16th annual art exhibition.
Atlanta University Photographs
Ms. Caroline Davis and Mrs. Clement, April 7, 1957
Date Created
1957-04-07
Description
Ms. Caroline Davis and Mrs. Clement admire artwork at the 16th annual art exhibition.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African American arts, African American artists, Art, Portraits and people, Events and programs
Collection
Atlanta University Photographs
An unidentified family admire artwork at the 16th annual art exhibition.
Atlanta University Photographs
16th Annual Art Exhibition Opening, April 7, 1957
Date Created
1957-04-07
Description
An unidentified family admire artwork at the 16th annual art exhibition.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African American arts, African American artists, Art, Portraits and people, Events and programs
Collection
Atlanta University Photographs
Men and women admire artwork at the reception for trustees supporting the annual art exhibit.
Atlanta University Photographs
Reception for Trustees, April 7, 1957
Date Created
1957-04-07
Description
Men and women admire artwork at the reception for trustees supporting the annual art exhibit.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African American arts, African American artists, Art, Portraits and people, Events and programs
Collection
Atlanta University Photographs
Baldwin W. Burroughs and Ms. M. White admire artwork at the reception for trustees supporting the annual art exhibit.
Atlanta University Photographs
Baldwin W. Burroughs and Ms. M. White, April 7, 1957
Date Created
1957-04-07
Description
Baldwin W. Burroughs and Ms. M. White admire artwork at the reception for trustees supporting the annual art exhibit.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African American arts, African American artists, Art, Portraits and people, Events and programs
Collection
Atlanta University Photographs
Leo Katz and President Manley admire artwork at the reception for trustees supporting the annual art exhibit.
Atlanta University Photographs
Leo Katz and President Manley, April 7, 1957
Date Created
1957-04-07
Description
Leo Katz and President Manley admire artwork at the reception for trustees supporting the annual art exhibit.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African American arts, African American artists, Art, Portraits and people, Events and programs
Collection
Atlanta University Photographs
A group of men and women admire artwork at the reception for trustees supporting the annual art exhibit.
Atlanta University Photographs
Reception for Trustees, April 7, 1957
Date Created
1957-04-07
Description
A group of men and women admire artwork at the reception for trustees supporting the annual art exhibit.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African American arts, African American artists, Art, Portraits and people, Events and programs
Collection
Atlanta University Photographs
Unidentified men are served refreshments at the reception for trustees supporting the annual art exhibit.
Atlanta University Photographs
Reception for Trustees, April 7, 1957
Date Created
1957-04-07
Description
Unidentified men are served refreshments at the reception for trustees supporting the annual art exhibit.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African American arts, African American artists, Art, Portraits and people, Events and programs
Collection
Atlanta University Photographs
A crowd at the reception for trustees supporting the annual art exhibit.
Atlanta University Photographs
Reception for Trustees, April 7, 1957
Date Created
1957-04-07
Description
A crowd at the reception for trustees supporting the annual art exhibit.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African American arts, African American artists, Art, Portraits and people, Events and programs
Collection
Atlanta University Photographs