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.
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"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.
Subject Vertical Files
50th Anniversary of the National Conference of Artists, May 1, 2009
Date Created
2009-05
Description
"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.
Subject
African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges
Collection
Subject Vertical Files
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.
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"The Atlanta University Annual Exhibition: A Note on Its Ultimate Impact", June 1978
Date Created
1978-06
Author
Williams, Hobie L.
Description
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.
Subject
African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges
Collection
Subject Vertical Files
Brochure for the 29th Annual Exhibition at Atlanta University.
Subject Vertical Files
Atlanta University, 29th Annual Exhibition of Painting, Sculpture, and Prints by Negro Artists Brochure, 1970
Date Created
1970
Description
Brochure for the 29th Annual Exhibition at Atlanta University.
Subject
Art, African American arts, African American artists, African American universities and colleges
Collection
Subject Vertical Files
Booklet for the 29th Annual Exhibition at Atlanta University.
Subject Vertical Files
Atlanta University, 29th Annual Exhibition of Painting, Sculpture, and Prints by Negro Artists Booklet, 1970
Date Created
1970
Description
Booklet for the 29th Annual Exhibition at Atlanta University.
Subject
Art, African American arts, African American artists, African American universities and colleges
Collection
Subject Vertical Files
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.
Subject Vertical Files
29th Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1970
Date Created
1970
Description
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.
Subject
African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges
Collection
Subject Vertical Files
Booklet for the 28th Annual Exhibition at Atlanta University.
Subject Vertical Files
Atlanta University, 28th Annual Exhibition of Painting, Sculpture, and Prints by Negro Artists Booklet, 1969
Date Created
1969
Description
Booklet for the 28th Annual Exhibition at Atlanta University.
Subject
Art, African American arts, African American artists, African American universities and colleges
Collection
Subject Vertical Files
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.
Subject Vertical Files
28th Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1969
Date Created
1969
Description
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.
Subject
African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges
Collection
Subject Vertical Files
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.
Subject Vertical Files
27th Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1968
Date Created
1968
Description
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.
Subject
African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges
Collection
Subject Vertical Files
A card containing information about the 26th Annual Exhibition.
Subject Vertical Files
Atlanta University, Twenty-Sixth Annual Exhibition of Painting, Sculpture, and Prints by Negro Artists Card, 1
Date Created
1967
Description
A card containing information about the 26th Annual Exhibition.
Subject
Art, African American arts, African American artists, African American universities and colleges
Collection
Subject Vertical Files
Booklet for the 26th Annual Exhibition at Atlanta University.
Subject Vertical Files
Atlanta University, 26th Annual Exhibition of Painting, Sculpture, and Prints by Negro Artists Booklet, 1967
Date Created
1967
Description
Booklet for the 26th Annual Exhibition at Atlanta University.
Subject
Art, African American arts, African American artists, African American universities and colleges
Collection
Subject Vertical Files
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.
Subject Vertical Files
26th Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1967
Date Created
1967
Description
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.
Subject
African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges
Collection
Subject Vertical Files
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.
Subject Vertical Files
25th Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1966
Date Created
1966
Description
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.
Subject
African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges
Collection
Subject Vertical Files
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.
Subject Vertical Files
24th Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1965
Date Created
1965
Description
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.
Subject
African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges
Collection
Subject Vertical Files
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.
Subject Vertical Files
23rd Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1964
Date Created
1964
Description
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.
Subject
African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges
Collection
Subject Vertical Files
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.
Subject Vertical Files
22nd Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1963
Date Created
1963
Description
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.
Subject
African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges
Collection
Subject Vertical Files
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.
Subject Vertical Files
21st Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1962
Date Created
1962
Description
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.
Subject
African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges
Collection
Subject Vertical Files
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.
Subject Vertical Files
20th Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1961
Date Created
1961
Description
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.
Subject
African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges
Collection
Subject Vertical Files
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.
Subject Vertical Files
19th Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1960
Date Created
1960
Description
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.
Subject
African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges
Collection
Subject Vertical Files
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.
Subject Vertical Files
18th Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1959
Date Created
1959
Description
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.
Subject
African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges
Collection
Subject Vertical Files
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.
Subject Vertical Files
17th Atlanta Annual Art Exhibition Register, 1958
Date Created
1958
Description
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.
Subject
African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American artists, African American arts, Events and programs, African American universities and colleges
Collection
Subject Vertical Files