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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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
A large group gathers and admires artwork at the art exhibition opening.
Atlanta University Photographs
19th Annual Art Exhibition Opening, May 1, 1960
Date Created
1960-05-01
Description
A large group gathers and admires 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
Three unidentified men admire artwork at the art exhibition opening.
Atlanta University Photographs
19th Annual Art Exhibition Opening, May 1, 1960
Date Created
1960-05-01
Description
Three unidentified men 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
Three unidentified men admire artwork at the art exhibition opening.
Atlanta University Photographs
19th Annual Art Exhibition Opening, May 1, 1960
Date Created
1960-05-01
Description
Three unidentified men 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
An unidentified man and women admire artwork at the art exhibition opening.
Atlanta University Photographs
19th Annual Art Exhibition Opening, May 1, 1960
Date Created
1960-05-01
Description
An unidentified man and 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
A group of women talk at the reception for trustees supporting the annual art exhibit.
Atlanta University Photographs
Reception for Trustees, March, 28, 1959
Date Created
1959-03-28
Description
A group of women talk 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 talk at the reception for trustees supporting the annual art exhibit.
Atlanta University Photographs
Reception for Trustees, March, 28, 1959
Date Created
1959-03-28
Description
A group of men and women talk 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 man and woman talk at the punchbowl at the reception for trustees supporting the annual art exhibit.
Atlanta University Photographs
Reception for Trustees, March, 28, 1959
Date Created
1959-03-28
Description
A man and woman talk at the punchbowl 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