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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Portrait of Carl Diton, pianist and composer, addressed to Maud Cuney Hare.
Atlanta University Photographs
Carl Diton, 1923
Date Created
9/19/1923
Description
Portrait of Carl Diton, pianist and composer, addressed to Maud Cuney Hare.
Subject
Musicians, African American men, African American arts
Collection
Atlanta University Photographs
Portrait of Wesley Howard, violinist who attended the New England Conservatory of Music, and was in charge of the violin and ensemble departments at the Howard University Conservatory of music.
Atlanta University Photographs
Wesley Howard, 1921
Date Created
7/25/1921
Description
Portrait of Wesley Howard, violinist who attended the New England Conservatory of Music, and was in charge of the violin and ensemble departments at the Howard University Conservatory of music.
Subject
Musicians, African American men, African American arts
Collection
Atlanta University Photographs
Frederick O'Neal kisses Josephine Baker on the cheek. Written on verso: Visits "Shakespeare in Harlem." New York: Frederick O'Neal, star of "Shakespeare in Harlem," kisses singer Josephine Baker backstage at the forty-first street theater after Jan. 11th performance. Miss Baker, who was born in America but is now a citizen of France, visited the cast backstage. 2-11-1960 JL
Atlanta University Photographs
Josephine Baker with Frederick O'Neal, February 11, 1960
Date Created
2/11/1960
Description
Frederick O'Neal kisses Josephine Baker on the cheek. Written on verso: Visits "Shakespeare in Harlem." New York: Frederick O'Neal, star of "Shakespeare in Harlem," kisses singer Josephine Baker backstage at the forty-first street theater after Jan. 11th performance. Miss Baker, who was born in America but is now a citizen of France, visited the cast backstage. 2-11-1960 JL
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African American arts, African American women, African Americans--Civil rights
Collection
Atlanta University Photographs
Josephine Baker holding a bouqet of flowers. Written on verso: New York Bureau. Josephine Baker arrives in U.S. New York: Holding a bouquet of Flowers, American-born Negro singer smiles as she answers newsmen's questions following her arrival at Idlewild Airport here, Feb. 10th. Miss Baker said that attacks she had made on racial conditions in the U.S. had been "exaggerated." She is scheduled to make appearances in New York, Chicago and Las Vegas. 2-10-60 JL
Atlanta University Photographs
Josephine Baker, February 10, 1960
Date Created
2/10/1960
Description
Josephine Baker holding a bouqet of flowers. Written on verso: New York Bureau. Josephine Baker arrives in U.S. New York: Holding a bouquet of Flowers, American-born Negro singer smiles as she answers newsmen's questions following her arrival at Idlewild Airport here, Feb. 10th. Miss Baker said that attacks she had made on racial conditions in the U.S. had been "exaggerated." She is scheduled to make appearances in New York, Chicago and Las Vegas. 2-10-60 JL
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African American arts, African American women, African Americans--Civil rights, Portraits and people
Collection
Atlanta University Photographs
A portrait of Ruth Beckford. Written on verso: To Special Collections, Trevor Arnett Library. Best Wishes, Ruth Beckford 4/80
Atlanta University Photographs
Ruth Beckford, April 1980
Date Created
1980-04
Description
A portrait of Ruth Beckford. Written on verso: To Special Collections, Trevor Arnett Library. Best Wishes, Ruth Beckford 4/80
Subject
African American universities and colleges, Theatre and dance, Portraits and people, African American arts, African American women
Collection
Atlanta University Photographs
A portrait of Pearl Bailey. Written on recto: Love Pearl. Written on verso: Bailey, Pearl. Gift: L. Alexander - 12/71
Atlanta University Photographs
Pearl Bailey, circa 1975
Date Created
1970/1980
Description
A portrait of Pearl Bailey. Written on recto: Love Pearl. Written on verso: Bailey, Pearl. Gift: L. Alexander - 12/71
Subject
African American universities and colleges, Portraits and people, African Americans--Music, African American women, African American arts
Collection
Atlanta University Photographs
A portrait of Peal Bailey. Written on recto: Love Pearl
Atlanta University Photographs
Pearl Bailey, circa 1975
Date Created
1970/1980
Description
A portrait of Peal Bailey. Written on recto: Love Pearl
Subject
African American universities and colleges, Portraits and people, African Americans--Music, African American women, African American arts
Collection
Atlanta University Photographs
Dr. Hubert Ross and daughter Susan Ross visit the art exhibition.
Atlanta University Photographs
Dr. Hubert Ross and Daughter Susan Ross, 1961
Date Created
1961
Description
Dr. Hubert Ross and daughter Susan Ross visit the 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
Mrs. Murphy and Baldwin Burroughs admire artwork at the art exhibition.
Atlanta University Photographs
Mrs. Murphy and Baldwin Burroughs, 1961
Date Created
1961
Description
Mrs. Murphy and Baldwin Burroughs admire artwork at the 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
Joseph Amissano and John Arterbery talk at the art exhibition.
Atlanta University Photographs
Joseph Amissano and John Arterbery, 1961
Date Created
1961
Description
Joseph Amissano and John Arterbery talk at the 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
Mrs. Gerald Hooper and others look at an artwork titled "Martyr".
Atlanta University Photographs
Mrs. Gerald Hooper and Others, 1961
Date Created
1961
Description
Mrs. Gerald Hooper and others look at an artwork titled "Martyr".
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 a sculpture of a human head.
Atlanta University Photographs
Art Exhibition, 1961
Date Created
1961
Description
An unidentified man and woman admire a sculpture of a human head.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African American arts, African American artists, Art, Portraits and people, Events and programs
Collection
Atlanta University Photographs
Three unidentified women admire artwork at the art exhibition.
Atlanta University Photographs
Art Exhibition, 1961
Date Created
1961
Description
Three unidentified women admire artwork at the 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
Dr. Bond looks at a sculpture titled "Woman with Brassier".
Atlanta University Photographs
Art Exhibition, 1961
Date Created
1961
Description
Dr. Bond looks at a sculpture titled "Woman with Brassier".
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 and a woman talk at the art exhibition.
Atlanta University Photographs
Art Exhibition, 1961
Date Created
1961
Description
Unidentified men and a woman talk at the 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. Vincent Kofi, sculptor, discusses artwork with Dr. and Mrs. Hugo Skala at the art exhibition.
Atlanta University Photographs
Dr. and Mrs. Hugo Skala and Mr. Vincent Kofi, Sculptor, May 1, 1960
Date Created
1960-05-01
Description
Mr. Vincent Kofi, sculptor, discusses artwork with Dr. and Mrs. Hugo Skala at the 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
Mrs. G. Foster and Jack Jordan look at his prize-winning sculpture, "Negro Girl Skipping Rope".
Atlanta University Photographs
"Negro Girl Skipping Rope" by Jack Jordan, May 1, 1960
Date Created
1960-05-01
Description
Mrs. G. Foster and Jack Jordan look at his prize-winning sculpture, "Negro Girl Skipping Rope".
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African American arts, African American artists, Art, Portraits and people, Events and programs
Collection
Atlanta University Photographs
Mrs. Ridley, Mrs. Phillips, Harper T. Phillips, and Gregory Ridley admire artwork at the art exhibition opening.
Atlanta University Photographs
19th Annual Art Exhibition Opening, May 1, 1960
Date Created
1960-05-01
Description
Mrs. Ridley, Mrs. Phillips, Harper T. Phillips, and Gregory Ridley 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
Sister M. Patrick Thomas, Mother M. Ruth, and Sister M. Louis Marie at the 19th annual art exhibition.
Atlanta University Photographs
Opening of 19th Annual Art Show, May 1, 1960
Date Created
1960-05-01
Description
Sister M. Patrick Thomas, Mother M. Ruth, and Sister M. Louis Marie at the 19th 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
Dr. Clement and Mr. Vincent Kofi, sculptor, talk at the art exhibition.
Atlanta University Photographs
Dr. Clement and Mr. Vincent Kofi, Sculptor, May 1, 1960
Date Created
1960-05-01
Description
Dr. Clement and Mr. Vincent Kofi, sculptor, talk at the 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