The Photograph series consists of photographs, negatives, slides and photo albums relating to Joseph E. Lowery and Evelyn G. Lowery from circa 1900-2019 inclusive (bulk: 1950-1990). The images include individual portraits and snapshots of the Lowerys; images of the Lowerys with various relatives, friends, and acquaintances; Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) and SCLC/Women's Organizational Movement for Equality Now, Inc. (SCLC/W.O.M.E.N.) activities; other events, people and places; slides; negatives; and photograph albums. This series contains original images, as well as reproductions of photographs including photocopies of prints on paper.
May 11, 2022

The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series

The Photograph series consists of photographs, negatives, slides and photo albums relating to Joseph E. Lowery and Evelyn G. Lowery from circa 1900-2019 inclusive (bulk: 1950-1990). The images include individual portraits and snapshots of the Lowerys; images of the Lowerys with various relatives, friends, and acquaintances; Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) and SCLC/Women's Organizational Movement for Equality Now, Inc. (SCLC/W.O.M.E.N.) activities; other events, people and places; slides; negatives; and photograph albums. This series contains original images, as well as reproductions of photographs including photocopies of prints on paper.
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A digital photo printed on computer paper showing Evelyn G. Lowery with children and SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. Civil Rights Heritage Tour participants holding signs advocating for voting at the Viola Liuzzo memorial monument.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Civil Rights Heritage Tour: Viola Liuzzo Memorial, circa 2012
Date Created
2010/2013
Description
A digital photo printed on computer paper showing Evelyn G. Lowery with children and SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. Civil Rights Heritage Tour participants holding signs advocating for voting at the Viola Liuzzo memorial monument.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, Civil rights movements, African Americans--Education, Voting, Special events
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph and Evelyn Lowery sit with actor and comedian Bill Cosby, who was the guest speaker at the 6th Annual Joseph E. Lowery Lecture Series.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph and Evelyn Lowery With Bill Cosby, 2006
Date Created
2006
Description
Joseph and Evelyn Lowery sit with actor and comedian Bill Cosby, who was the guest speaker at the 6th Annual Joseph E. Lowery Lecture Series.
Subject
African American civil rights workers, African American entertainers, African Americans--Education, Special events
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
C.T. Vivian, Evelyn G. Lowery, John Lewis, Jesse Jackson, and others review documents while another woman speaks ahead of the unveiling of the John Lewis historical marker at the Civil Rights Memorial Park in Selma, Alabama.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. Civil Rights Heritage Tour, March 2004
Date Created
2004-03
Description
C.T. Vivian, Evelyn G. Lowery, John Lewis, Jesse Jackson, and others review documents while another woman speaks ahead of the unveiling of the John Lewis historical marker at the Civil Rights Memorial Park in Selma, Alabama.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, Civil rights movements, African Americans--Politics and government, African Americans--Education, Special events
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Evelyn G. Lowery, Jesse Jackson, Artur Davis, and C.T. Vivian review documents ahead of the unveiling of the John Lewis historical marker at the Civil Rights Memorial Park in Selma, Alabama.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. Civil Rights Heritage Tour, March 2004
Date Created
2004-03
Description
Evelyn G. Lowery, Jesse Jackson, Artur Davis, and C.T. Vivian review documents ahead of the unveiling of the John Lewis historical marker at the Civil Rights Memorial Park in Selma, Alabama.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, Civil rights movements, African Americans--Education, Special events
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
U.S. Representative John Lewis speaks at the unveiling of a historical marker dedicated to him. The event was part of the SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. Civil Rights Heritage Tour.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. Civil Rights Heritage Tour, March 2004
Date Created
2004-03
Description
U.S. Representative John Lewis speaks at the unveiling of a historical marker dedicated to him. The event was part of the SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. Civil Rights Heritage Tour.
Subject
African American civil rights workers, African Americans--Politics and government, African Americans--Civil rights, African Americans--Education, Special events
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Evelyn G. Lowery and another woman examine the granite fountain designed by Maya Lin at the Civil Rights Memorial Center in Montgomery, Alabama.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. Civil Rights Heritage Tour, March 2004
Date Created
2004-03
Description
Evelyn G. Lowery and another woman examine the granite fountain designed by Maya Lin at the Civil Rights Memorial Center in Montgomery, Alabama.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, Civil rights movements, African Americans--Education, Special events
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
U.S. Representative John Lewis looks at the statue of Fred Shuttlesworth displayed at the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. Civil Rights Heritage Tour, March 2004
Date Created
2004-03
Description
U.S. Representative John Lewis looks at the statue of Fred Shuttlesworth displayed at the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, Civil rights movements, African Americans--Politics and government, African Americans--Education, Special events
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. Civil Rights Heritage Tour participants stand in rows across a street in Selma, Alabama in preparation to march.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. Civil Rights Heritage Tour, March 2004
Date Created
2004-03
Description
SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. Civil Rights Heritage Tour participants stand in rows across a street in Selma, Alabama in preparation to march.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, Civil rights movements, African Americans--Education, Demonstrations, Special events
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
U.S. Representative John Lewis speaks to SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. Civil Rights Heritage Tour attendees on the bus.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. Civil Rights Heritage Tour, March 2004
Date Created
2004-03
Description
U.S. Representative John Lewis speaks to SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. Civil Rights Heritage Tour attendees on the bus.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, Civil rights movements, African Americans--Politics and government, African Americans--Education, Special events
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
U.S. Representative John Lewis and Evelyn G. Lowery (back to the camera) speak to a tour attendee.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. Civil Rights Heritage Tour, March 2004
Date Created
2004-03
Description
U.S. Representative John Lewis and Evelyn G. Lowery (back to the camera) speak to a tour attendee.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, Civil rights movements, African Americans--Politics and government, African Americans--Education, Special events
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph and Evelyn Lowery pose for a photo with Maynard Jackson and an Atlanta Public Schools representative.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph and Evelyn Lowery With Others, 2002
Date Created
2002
Description
Joseph and Evelyn Lowery pose for a photo with Maynard Jackson and an Atlanta Public Schools representative.
Subject
African American men, African American women, African Americans--Education, African American mayors
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Evelyn G. Lowery, Tuskegee Mayor Johnny Ford, and others are shown participating in the Earl T. Shinhoster Memorial Highway marker commemoration.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Earl T. Shinhoster Memorial Highway Marker Commemoration, March 2001
Date Created
2001-03
Description
Evelyn G. Lowery, Tuskegee Mayor Johnny Ford, and others are shown participating in the Earl T. Shinhoster Memorial Highway marker commemoration.
Subject
African American civil rights workers, African Americans--Education, African American mayors, Special events
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Evelyn G. Lowery and Ruby Shinhoster are shown with a SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. floral wreath during the Earl T. Shinhoster Memorial Highway marker commemoration while Tuskegee Mayor Johnny Ford looks on.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Earl T. Shinhoster Memorial Highway Marker Commemoration, March 2001
Date Created
2001-03
Description
Evelyn G. Lowery and Ruby Shinhoster are shown with a SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. floral wreath during the Earl T. Shinhoster Memorial Highway marker commemoration while Tuskegee Mayor Johnny Ford looks on.
Subject
African American civil rights workers, African Americans--Education, African American mayors, Special events
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Reverend James Orange (at left, next to cameraman) is shown leading Tuskegee Mayor Johnny Ford, Joseph E. Lowery, and others in prayer during the Earl T. Shinhoster Memorial Highway marker commemoration.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Earl T. Shinhoster Memorial Highway Marker Commemoration, March 2001
Date Created
2001-03
Description
Reverend James Orange (at left, next to cameraman) is shown leading Tuskegee Mayor Johnny Ford, Joseph E. Lowery, and others in prayer during the Earl T. Shinhoster Memorial Highway marker commemoration.
Subject
African American civil rights workers, African Americans--Education, African American mayors, Special events
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Dr. Ruth J. Simmons, President of Brown University, is shown smiling in an office.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Dr. Ruth J. Simmons, 2001
Date Created
2001
Description
Dr. Ruth J. Simmons, President of Brown University, is shown smiling in an office.
Subject
African American women, African American educators, African Americans--Education
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery speaks during a commencement ceremony at Morehouse College.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery Receiving Honorary Degree at Morehouse College, May 18, 1986
Date Created
1986-05-18
Description
Joseph E. Lowery speaks during a commencement ceremony at Morehouse College.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African American men, African Americans--Education, Commencement ceremonies
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery shakes hands with Dr. Hugh Gloster as he receives an honorary degree during Morehouse College's commencement ceremony. Dr. Wildon Jackson is at far left in the photo.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery Receiving Honorary Degree at Morehouse College, May 18, 1986
Date Created
1986-05-18
Description
Joseph E. Lowery shakes hands with Dr. Hugh Gloster as he receives an honorary degree during Morehouse College's commencement ceremony. Dr. Wildon Jackson is at far left in the photo.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African American men, African Americans--Education, Commencement ceremonies
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Dr. Wildon Jackson hands a diploma over to Dr. Hugh Gloster to present to Joseph E. Lowery (at center) during Morehouse College's commencement ceremony.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery Receiving Honorary Degree at Morehouse College, May 18, 1986
Date Created
1986-05-18
Description
Dr. Wildon Jackson hands a diploma over to Dr. Hugh Gloster to present to Joseph E. Lowery (at center) during Morehouse College's commencement ceremony.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African American men, African Americans--Education, Commencement ceremonies
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery is shown being hooded during a commencement ceremony at Morehouse College. Dr. Hugh Gloster stands at right in the photograph.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery Receiving Honorary Degree at Morehouse College, May 18, 1986
Date Created
1986-05-18
Description
Joseph E. Lowery is shown being hooded during a commencement ceremony at Morehouse College. Dr. Hugh Gloster stands at right in the photograph.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African American men, African Americans--Education, Commencement ceremonies
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery stands next to Dr. Hugh Gloster (at right) and an unidentified man during Morehouse College's commencement ceremony.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery Receiving Honorary Degree at Morehouse College, May 18, 1986
Date Created
1986-05-18
Description
Joseph E. Lowery stands next to Dr. Hugh Gloster (at right) and an unidentified man during Morehouse College's commencement ceremony.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African American men, African Americans--Education, Commencement ceremonies
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series