The vertical files held by the Archives Research Center contain materials on various subjects, some which are represented in this digital collection. Materials include newspaper clippings, programs, pamphlets, and other printed and published materials.

The National Council of Negro Women was founded in 1935 by Mary McLeod Bethune. The organization was created with the mission to advance the opportunities and the quality of life for African American women, their families, and communities. The subject vertical files contain publications and printed materials, such as newspaper clippings, press releases, pamphlets, and flyers from 1930s to 1980s. These items highlight the activities, programs, and events of the council.

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.
Mar 24, 2021

Subject Vertical Files

The vertical files held by the Archives Research Center contain materials on various subjects, some which are represented in this digital collection. Materials include newspaper clippings, programs, pamphlets, and other printed and published materials.

The National Council of Negro Women was founded in 1935 by Mary McLeod Bethune. The organization was created with the mission to advance the opportunities and the quality of life for African American women, their families, and communities. The subject vertical files contain publications and printed materials, such as newspaper clippings, press releases, pamphlets, and flyers from 1930s to 1980s. These items highlight the activities, programs, and events of the council.

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.

Title Date Created Author Description Subject Collection
50th Anniversary of the National Conference of Artists, May 1, 2009 2009-05 "Clark Atlanta University Art Galleries Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the National Conference of Artists" booklet highlighting the historical significance of the National Conference of Artists (NCA) and its connection to the Atlanta University Annual Exhibition of 1959. The NCA, originally the National Conference of Negro Artists, was founded to support African-American artists in a racially segregated art world. The booklet displays the evolution of the NCA and its role in advocating for fair representation in art competitions. Clark Atlanta University celebrates NCA's 50th Anniversary and its mission to promote African Diaspora artists. African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges Subject Vertical Files
NCNW "Catch the Family Spirit", 1989 1989 National Council of Negro Women southeastern Back family reunion celebration program and goals. 3 pages. African American women--Societies and clubs, Women in community organization, Women's rights, African American women social reformers, African American women Subject Vertical Files
City of Atlanta Comprehensive Deleopment Plan, 1986 1986 Brochure about the Atlanta development plan in 1986, listing the purpose, participitation, dates, and lists of Atlanta neighborhood study areas. African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, Community development, City planning Subject Vertical Files
"MARTA Donates Artifacts to AUC Library", January 17, 1983 1983-01-17 Article on the donation of artifacts related to the Johnsontown community by MARTA to the AUC. The community was destroyed to make way for the rail system. African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, Community development, City planning Subject Vertical Files
"Gerri Major's Society World", July 19, 1982 1982-07-19 National Council of Negro Women 1 page. African American women--Societies and clubs, Women in community organization, Women's rights, African American women social reformers, African American women Subject Vertical Files
"The Atlanta University Annual Exhibition: A Note on Its Ultimate Impact", June 1978 1978-06 Williams, Hobie L. This article summarizes a comprehensive study on the impact of the Atlanta University Exhibition of Black Artists from 1942 to 1969. It explores the exhibition's purpose, continuity, and influence on artists and viewers. Findings reveal that the exhibition liberated black artists, fostered artistic expression, and contributed to promoting black consciousness and unity. African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges Subject Vertical Files
NCNW Culture and Arts Form, circa 1980 1977/1984 National Council of Negro Women culture and arts advocacy program form. 1 page. African American women--Societies and clubs, Women in community organization, Women's rights, African American women social reformers, African American women Subject Vertical Files
"How to Do Neighborhood Planning", June 1974 1974-06 Booklet on the Atlanta planning program, outlining the impotance of neighborhood planning, preperation and carrying out the plan. African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, Community development, City planning Subject Vertical Files
"The Value of Neighborhood Planning: Atlanta's Comprehensive Plan", June 1973 1973-06 Booklet on the Atlanta planning program, outlining the impotance of neighborhood planning, preperation and carrying out the plan. African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, Community development, City planning Subject Vertical Files
NCNW Grant Announcement, circa 1975 1971/1978 National Endowment for the Humanities press release announcing two grants to the National Council of Negro Women. 2 pages. African American women--Societies and clubs, Women in community organization, Women's rights, African American women social reformers, African American women Subject Vertical Files
NCNW "I Leave You Love", 1971 1971 National Council of Negro Women brochure on Mary McLeod Bethune and Bethune-Cookman College. 2 pages. African American women--Societies and clubs, Women in community organization, Women's rights, African American women social reformers, African American women Subject Vertical Files
Atlanta University, 29th Annual Exhibition of Painting, Sculpture, and Prints by Negro Artists Brochure, 1970 1970 Brochure for the 29th Annual Exhibition at Atlanta University. Art, African American arts, African American artists, African American universities and colleges Subject Vertical Files
Atlanta University, 29th Annual Exhibition of Painting, Sculpture, and Prints by Negro Artists Booklet, 1970 1970 Booklet for the 29th Annual Exhibition at Atlanta University. Art, African American arts, African American artists, African American universities and colleges Subject Vertical Files
29th Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1970 1970 A list of participating artists and medium categories for the Atlanta University Annual Exhibition of Paintings, Sculpture, and Prints by Negro Artists held at the Art Gallery at Trevor Arnett Library. Also listed are prize winners and honorable mentions. African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges Subject Vertical Files
Atlanta University, 28th Annual Exhibition of Painting, Sculpture, and Prints by Negro Artists Booklet, 1969 1969 Booklet for the 28th Annual Exhibition at Atlanta University. Art, African American arts, African American artists, African American universities and colleges Subject Vertical Files
28th Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1969 1969 A list of participating artists and medium categories for the Atlanta University Annual Exhibition of Paintings, Sculpture, and Prints by Negro Artists held at the Art Gallery at Trevor Arnett Library. Also listed are prize winners and honorable mentions. African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges Subject Vertical Files
27th Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1968 1968 A list of participating artists and medium categories for the Atlanta University Annual Exhibition of Paintings, Sculpture, and Prints by Negro Artists held at the Art Gallery at Trevor Arnett Library. Also listed are prize winners and honorable mentions. African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges Subject Vertical Files
Atlanta University, Twenty-Sixth Annual Exhibition of Painting, Sculpture, and Prints by Negro Artists Card, 1 1967 A card containing information about the 26th Annual Exhibition. Art, African American arts, African American artists, African American universities and colleges Subject Vertical Files
Atlanta University, 26th Annual Exhibition of Painting, Sculpture, and Prints by Negro Artists Booklet, 1967 1967 Booklet for the 26th Annual Exhibition at Atlanta University. Art, African American arts, African American artists, African American universities and colleges Subject Vertical Files
26th Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1967 1967 A list of participating artists and medium categories for the Atlanta University Annual Exhibition of Paintings, Sculpture, and Prints by Negro Artists held at the Art Gallery at Trevor Arnett Library. Also listed are prize winners and honorable mentions. African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges Subject Vertical Files
25th Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1966 1966 A list of participating artists and medium categories for the Atlanta University Annual Exhibition of Paintings, Sculpture, and Prints by Negro Artists held at the Art Gallery at Trevor Arnett Library. Also listed are prize winners and honorable mentions. African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges Subject Vertical Files
24th Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1965 1965 A list of participating artists and medium categories for the Atlanta University Annual Exhibition of Paintings, Sculpture, and Prints by Negro Artists held at the Art Gallery at Trevor Arnett Library. Also listed are prize winners and honorable mentions. African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges Subject Vertical Files
23rd Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1964 1964 A list of participating artists and medium categories for the Atlanta University Annual Exhibition of Paintings, Sculpture, and Prints by Negro Artists held at the Art Gallery at Trevor Arnett Library. Also listed are prize winners and honorable mentions. African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges Subject Vertical Files
22nd Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1963 1963 A list of participating artists and medium categories for the Atlanta University Annual Exhibition of Paintings, Sculpture, and Prints by Negro Artists held at the Art Gallery at Trevor Arnett Library. Also listed are prize winners and honorable mentions. African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges Subject Vertical Files
NCNW Long Island- Metro Council "Sixth Annual Archives Luncheon", May 17, 1962 1962-05-17 National Council of Negro Women luncheon program. 3 pages. African American women--Societies and clubs, Women in community organization, Women's rights, African American women social reformers, African American women Subject Vertical Files
21st Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1962 1962 A list of participating artists and medium categories for the Atlanta University Annual Exhibition of Paintings, Sculpture, and Prints by Negro Artists held at the Art Gallery at Trevor Arnett Library. Also listed are prize winners and honorable mentions. African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges Subject Vertical Files
"NCNW Receives Citizenship Award From American Heritage Foundation", May 5, 1961 1961-05-05 Article about the National Council of Negro Women receiving an award for their citizen projects. 1 page. African American women--Societies and clubs, Women in community organization, Women's rights, African American women social reformers, African American women Subject Vertical Files
20th Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1961 1961 A list of participating artists and medium categories for the Atlanta University Annual Exhibition of Paintings, Sculpture, and Prints by Negro Artists held at the Art Gallery at Trevor Arnett Library. Also listed are prize winners and honorable mentions. African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges Subject Vertical Files
19th Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1960 1960 A list of participating artists and medium categories for the Atlanta University Annual Exhibition of Paintings, Sculpture, and Prints by Negro Artists held at the Art Gallery at Trevor Arnett Library. Also listed are prize winners and honorable mentions. African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges Subject Vertical Files
NCNW, "Telefact", November 1959 1959-11 National Council of Negro Women newsletter highlighting the international exposition. 1 page. African American women--Societies and clubs, Women in community organization, Women's rights, African American women social reformers, African American women Subject Vertical Files
"NCNW East St. Louis Chapter Presents Langston Hughes", April 3, 1959 1959-04-03 National Council of Negro Women East St. Louis Chapter program featuring Langston Hughes. 11 pages. African American women--Societies and clubs, Women in community organization, Women's rights, African American women social reformers, African American women Subject Vertical Files
NCNW New York- Manhattan Council "Miniature Musicale" Invitation, March 6, 1959 1959-03-06 National Council of Negro Women invitation to a fine arts musicale honoring Leigh Whipper, Sr. 1 page. African American women--Societies and clubs, Women in community organization, Women's rights, African American women social reformers, African American women Subject Vertical Files
18th Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1959 1959 A list of participating artists and medium categories for the Atlanta University Annual Exhibition of Paintings, Sculpture, and Prints by Negro Artists held at the Art Gallery at Trevor Arnett Library. Also listed are prize winners and honorable mentions. African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges Subject Vertical Files
NCNW "Youth- Hope For the Future", November 15, 1958 1958-11-15 National Council of Negro Women annual conference program. 2 pages. African American women--Societies and clubs, Women in community organization, Women's rights, African American women social reformers, African American women Subject Vertical Files
NCNW, "Telefact", May 1958 1958-05 National Council of Negro Women newsletter detailing organizational mission, activities, and testimonials. 9 pages. African American women--Societies and clubs, Women in community organization, Women's rights, African American women social reformers, African American women Subject Vertical Files
17th Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1958 1958 A list of participating artists and medium categories for the Atlanta University Annual Exhibition of Paintings, Sculpture, and Prints by Negro Artists held at the Art Gallery at Trevor Arnett Library. Also listed are prize winners and honorable mentions. African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges Subject Vertical Files
NCNW New York- Manhattan Council "World Fellowship Luncheon", November 2, 1957 1957-11-02 National Council of Negro Women souvenir journal in tribute to the United Nations. Includes lists and images of officers, event program, and advertisers. 26 pages. African American women--Societies and clubs, Women in community organization, Women's rights, African American women social reformers, African American women Subject Vertical Files
NCNW, "Spring Luncheon Honoring Six Distinguished Women", May 4, 1957 1957-05-04 National Council of Negro Women luncheon program. 2 pages. African American women--Societies and clubs, Women in community organization, Women's rights, African American women social reformers, African American women Subject Vertical Files
16th Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1957 1957 A list of participating artists and medium categories for the Atlanta University Annual Exhibition of Paintings, Sculpture, and Prints by Negro Artists held at the Art Gallery at Trevor Arnett Library. Also listed are prize winners and honorable mentions. African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges Subject Vertical Files
"The Impact of the Changing World on Women's Organizations - Economically", May 26, 1956 1956-05-26 Paper by A. T. Spaulding to the National Council of Negro Women conference, detailing impacts of women led organizations. 15 pages. African American women--Societies and clubs, Women in community organization, Women's rights, African American women social reformers, African American women Subject Vertical Files
The American Negro, vol. 1, no. 6, April 1956 1956-04 The April 1956 issue of the American Negro magazine. 36 pages. African Americans--Civil rights, African Americans--Education, African American press Subject Vertical Files
15th Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1956 1956 A list of participating artists and medium categories for the Atlanta University Annual Exhibition of Paintings, Sculpture, and Prints by Negro Artists held at the Art Gallery at Trevor Arnett Library. Also listed are prize winners and honorable mentions. African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges Subject Vertical Files
NCNW, "Telefact", November 1955 1955-11 National Council of Negro Women newsletter including a letter from the president, a resolution on civil and human rights and other civil rights news. 10 pages. African American women--Societies and clubs, Women in community organization, Women's rights, African American women social reformers, African American women Subject Vertical Files
NCNW, "Brotherhood Luncheon", February 26, 1955 1955-02-26 National Council of Negro Women brotherhood luncheon program. 5 pages. African American women--Societies and clubs, Women in community organization, Women's rights, African American women social reformers, African American women Subject Vertical Files
14th Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1955 1955 A list of participating artists and medium categories for the Atlanta University Annual Exhibition of Paintings, Sculpture, and Prints by Negro Artists held at the Art Gallery at Trevor Arnett Library. Also listed are prize winners and honorable mentions. African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges Subject Vertical Files
13th Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1954 1954 A list of participating artists and medium categories for the Atlanta University Annual Exhibition of Paintings, Sculpture, and Prints by Negro Artists held at the Art Gallery at Trevor Arnett Library. Also listed are prize winners and honorable mentions. African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges Subject Vertical Files
12th Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1953 1953 A list of participating artists and medium categories for the Atlanta University Annual Exhibition of Paintings, Sculpture, and Prints by Negro Artists held at the Art Gallery at Trevor Arnett Library. Also listed are prize winners and honorable mentions. African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges Subject Vertical Files
11th Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1952 1952 A list of participating artists and medium categories for the Atlanta University Annual Exhibition of Paintings, Sculpture, and Prints by Negro Artists held at the Art Gallery at Trevor Arnett Library. Also listed are prize winners and honorable mentions. African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges Subject Vertical Files
Bon Voyage Invitation, March 11, 1951 1951-03-11 National Council of Negro Women's invitation to wish "bon voyage" to Dorothy Boulding Ferebee 1 page. African American women--Societies and clubs, Women in community organization, Women's rights, African American women social reformers, African American women Subject Vertical Files
10th Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1951 1951 A list of participating artists and medium categories for the Atlanta University Annual Exhibition of Paintings, Sculpture, and Prints by Negro Artists held at the Art Gallery at Trevor Arnett Library. Also listed are prize winners and honorable mentions. African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges Subject Vertical Files