The Cullen Jackman Memorial Collection (1881-1995) documents the artistic and creative nature of those of African descent. A series of note within this collection are the photographs by Carl Van Vechten, an American writer, artistic photographer, and patron of the Harlem Renaissance. An appreciator of the arts, Van Vechten promoted many of the major figures of the Renaissance through his photography, including Langston Hughes, Paul Robeson, Rose McClendon, and Ethel Waters. 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.
May 20, 2022

Countee Cullen-Harold Jackman Memorial Collection

The Cullen Jackman Memorial Collection (1881-1995) documents the artistic and creative nature of those of African descent. A series of note within this collection are the photographs by Carl Van Vechten, an American writer, artistic photographer, and patron of the Harlem Renaissance. An appreciator of the arts, Van Vechten promoted many of the major figures of the Renaissance through his photography, including Langston Hughes, Paul Robeson, Rose McClendon, and Ethel Waters.

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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"Paul Robeson" The Play, The Protest, The Legacy, & The Lessons, May 12, 1978 1978-05-12 A flier advertising an open forum. African American authors, Events and programs, African American actors Countee Cullen-Harold Jackman Memorial Collection
Arna Bontemps' Funeral Program, June 1973 1973-06 The program for Arna Bontemps' funeral held on June 20, 1973 at Christ Chapel The Riverside Church in New York City. African American librarians, African American authors, African American poets, Harlem Renaissance Countee Cullen-Harold Jackman Memorial Collection
Josephine Baker Flier, circa 1960 1955/1965 A flier advertising Josephine Baker's performance at Carnegie Hall. African American women, Events and programs, African American actors Countee Cullen-Harold Jackman Memorial Collection
Katherine Dunham in 'Bamboche!' Program, circa 1960 1955/1965 A program for Bamboche. African American women, African American arts, Theatre and dance Countee Cullen-Harold Jackman Memorial Collection
"The Passing of Alain Locke," June 12, 1954 1954-06-12 A document written by W.E.B. DuBois regarding the death of Alain Locke. African American men, Harlem Renaissance, African American authors Countee Cullen-Harold Jackman Memorial Collection
Owen Dodson Correspondence, November 16, 1953 1953-11-16 Correspondence between Owen Dodson and W.H. Auden. African American authors Countee Cullen-Harold Jackman Memorial Collection
Sadie Peterson Delaney Article, June 1951 1951-06 An article written on the career and accomplishments of Dr. Sadie Peterson Delaney. The author also mentions of Delaney's humanitarian work, discussing her dedication to working with the "socially handicapped." Written on recto: It will probably be two or three years [?] I retire. S.P.D. African American librarians, African Americans--Education, African American women Countee Cullen-Harold Jackman Memorial Collection
James Baldwin Correspondence, circa 1955 1950/1960 Correspondence between Owen Dodson and James Baldwin. African American authors Countee Cullen-Harold Jackman Memorial Collection
James Baldwin Correspondence, circa 1954 1949/1959 Correspondence between Owen Dodson and James Baldwin. African American authors Countee Cullen-Harold Jackman Memorial Collection
"From: The Katherine Dunham School of Cultural Arts, Inc. To: You" Flyer, June 3, 1949 1949-06-03 A flyer for a program put together by the Katherine Duhnam School of Cultural Arts. African American women, African American arts, Theatre and dance Countee Cullen-Harold Jackman Memorial Collection
Letter From Harold Jackman, December 22, 1947 1947-12-22 A letter from Harold Jackman to Jacob Lawrence. African American men, Harlem Renaissance, African American arts Countee Cullen-Harold Jackman Memorial Collection
Josephe A. Borome News Clipping, June 1947 1947-06 An article written on Josephe A. Borome's announcement as head of Columbia University's library. It also details his academic and professional pursuits since his time at City College. Written on recto: N.Y. Times June 11, 1947 African American librarians, African Americans--Education Countee Cullen-Harold Jackman Memorial Collection
Correspondence Between Harold Jackman and Alain Locke, April 7, 1946 1946-04-07 Correspondence from Alain Locke to Harold Jackman discussing his work for the university. African American men, Harlem Renaissance, African American authors Countee Cullen-Harold Jackman Memorial Collection
Correspondence Between Harold Jackman and Alain Locke, January 26, 1946 1946-01-26 Correspondence from Alain Locke to Harold Jackman about teaching as a visiting professor. African American men, Harlem Renaissance, African American authors Countee Cullen-Harold Jackman Memorial Collection
Stage Door Canteen Invitation, October 29, 1945 1945-10-29 An invitation from the American Theatre Wing. Theatre and dance, World War (1939-1945), Groups and organizations Countee Cullen-Harold Jackman Memorial Collection
Letter from Joseph Bell, October 19, 1945 1945-10-19 A letter from Joseph Bell. Theatre and dance, World War (1939-1945), Groups and organizations Countee Cullen-Harold Jackman Memorial Collection
Correspondence Between Carl Van Vechten and Harold Jackman, November 27, 1944 1944-11-27 Correspondence from Carl Van Vechten to Harold Jackman regarding a man that attended the Ballet. African American men, Harlem Renaissance, African American educators Countee Cullen-Harold Jackman Memorial Collection
James Baldwin Manuscript, circa 1948 1943/1953 A early manuscript of Another Country written by James Baldwin. African American authors Countee Cullen-Harold Jackman Memorial Collection
Correspondence Between Carl Van Vechten and Harold Jackman, September 27, 1943 1943-09-27 Correspondence from Carl Van Vechten to Harold Jackman requesting labeled photographs. African American men, Harlem Renaissance, African American educators Countee Cullen-Harold Jackman Memorial Collection
American Theatre Wing War Service ID card, June 1, 1943 1943-06-01 An American Theatre Wing War Service ID card for Harold Jackman. African American men, Theatre and dance, World War (1939-1945) Countee Cullen-Harold Jackman Memorial Collection