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 Description Subject Collection
"Negro Women's National Cou[ncil] Present Six-Point Corrective", August 14, 1943 1943-08-14 Article about the National Council of Negro Women's condemnation of rioting in Harlem. 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, "A Decade of United Action, 1935-1945", 1945 1945 Brochure about the National Council of Negro Women, showing history and leadership. 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 New York- Metro Council Cocktail Party Invitation, November 2, 1947 1947-11-02 National Council of Negro Women New York Metropolitan Council cocktail party invitation. 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 New York- Metro Council Letter, October 5, 1945 1945-10-05 National Council of Negro Women correspondence about representation in France for the international conference. 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 New York- Metro Council Letter, March 11, 1946 1946-03-11 National Council of Negro Women correspondence about representation in France for the international conference. 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 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
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
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 Regional Conference Program, June 1950 1950-06 National Council of Negro Women regional conference, region one 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 Region 1 Conference Program, June 5, 1948 1948-06-05 National Council of Negro Women region one first regional conference 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
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
"By-Laws of the NCNW", circa 1950 1947/1953 National Council of Negro Women by-laws stating the goals, purpose, and duties of the members. 7 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 "Facts on Funds", circa 1950 1947/1953 National Council of Negro Women pamphlet on organization finances and financial accountability. 4 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 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
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
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, "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
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
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
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