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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Fred Shuttlesworth stands next to Birmingham Mayor David Vann at an event. Written on verso: Lowery, Vann, Shuttlesworth
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Fred Shuttlesworth With Mayor David Vann, circa 1979
Date Created
1979/1980
Description
Fred Shuttlesworth stands next to Birmingham Mayor David Vann at an event. Written on verso: Lowery, Vann, Shuttlesworth
Subject
African American civil rights workers, African American men, Meetings
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Southern Christian Leadership Conference President Joseph E. Lowery stands in the foreground outside of building. Other SCLC Board and members stand in the background, including N.Q. Reynolds, Harry Gibson, Jr., and Evelyn G. Lowery. Written on verso: Cleveland
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery With Others, circa 1979
Date Created
1979/1980
Description
Southern Christian Leadership Conference President Joseph E. Lowery stands in the foreground outside of building. Other SCLC Board and members stand in the background, including N.Q. Reynolds, Harry Gibson, Jr., and Evelyn G. Lowery. Written on verso: Cleveland
Subject
African American civil rights workers, African American men, African American women
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
A member of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference peace delegation to Lebanon points across a valley from her vantage point atop a mountain.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
SCLC Delegation Member Points Across a Valley, September 1979
Date Created
1979-09
Description
A member of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference peace delegation to Lebanon points across a valley from her vantage point atop a mountain.
Subject
American American women, Protest movements, International relations
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Members of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference peace delegation to Lebanon meet with Prime Minister Selim Hoss. From left to right: C.T. Vivian, Walter E. Fauntroy, Hoss, Joseph E. Lowery, Harry Gibson, Jr (in background behind Lowery), unidentified man, Bernard Lee. Written on recto: Dr. Lowery and SCLC delegation with Lebanese Prime Minister Salema (sp?) al-Hoss.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
SCLC Delegation Meets With Lebanese Prime Minister, September 1979
Date Created
1979-09
Description
Members of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference peace delegation to Lebanon meet with Prime Minister Selim Hoss. From left to right: C.T. Vivian, Walter E. Fauntroy, Hoss, Joseph E. Lowery, Harry Gibson, Jr (in background behind Lowery), unidentified man, Bernard Lee. Written on recto: Dr. Lowery and SCLC delegation with Lebanese Prime Minister Salema (sp?) al-Hoss.
Subject
African American men, Protest movements, International relations
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
This page from a magazine contains a photo of Southern Christian Leadership Conference President Joseph E. Lowery shaking hands with Israeli U.N. Ambassador Yehuda Blum and a corresponding caption. Caption on recto: SCLC president Dr. Joseph E. Lowery shakes hands with Israeli U.N. Ambassador Yehuda Blum after their historic meeting at the United Nations last week. Lowery expressed support for the nationhood of Israel but also revealed concern for the Jewish nation's relationship with South Africa. The SCLC delegation also included (l-r) Rev. Bernard Lee, Cong. Walter Fauntroy (D-D.C.), Mrs. Joseph Lowery, Rev. Al Sampson, Rev. C.T. Vivian and Dr. Harry Gibson, Jr.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
SCLC Delegation Meets With Israeli U.N. Ambassador, August 1979
Date Created
1979-08
Description
This page from a magazine contains a photo of Southern Christian Leadership Conference President Joseph E. Lowery shaking hands with Israeli U.N. Ambassador Yehuda Blum and a corresponding caption. Caption on recto: SCLC president Dr. Joseph E. Lowery shakes hands with Israeli U.N. Ambassador Yehuda Blum after their historic meeting at the United Nations last week. Lowery expressed support for the nationhood of Israel but also revealed concern for the Jewish nation's relationship with South Africa. The SCLC delegation also included (l-r) Rev. Bernard Lee, Cong. Walter Fauntroy (D-D.C.), Mrs. Joseph Lowery, Rev. Al Sampson, Rev. C.T. Vivian and Dr. Harry Gibson, Jr.
Subject
African American men, African American women, Protest movements, International relations
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph and Evelyn Lowery's daughter Karen Lowery is shown singing at the 22nd Annual Southern Christian Leadership Conference Convention banquet. Written on verso: Karen Lowery singing "How Great Thou Art" at the annual banquet.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Karen Lowery, August 1979
Date Created
1979-08
Description
Joseph and Evelyn Lowery's daughter Karen Lowery is shown singing at the 22nd Annual Southern Christian Leadership Conference Convention banquet. Written on verso: Karen Lowery singing "How Great Thou Art" at the annual banquet.
Subject
African Americans--Music, Civil rights movements, African American women
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery, Fred Taylor, and others are shown being interviewed by the press on the steps of the courthouse in Savannah, Georgia. Caption on front: SAVANNAH, GA.--- On steps of courthouse where a May 4 hearing resulted in 30-day jail sentences for four men arrested for trespassing on land at the Harris Neck Wildlife Refuge that they say actually belong to about 50 black families, SCLC president Dr. Joseph E. Lowery promises continued protest demonstrations and efforts to get legislation introduced into Congress which would enable the people to regain their land. With him are representatives of the families involved and (on Dr. Lowery's left) SCLC director of Chapters and affiliates Rev. Fred D. Taylor, who has remained in the area to consult with the families.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Harris Neck Wildlife Refuge Press Conference, May 1979
Date Created
1979-05
Description
Joseph E. Lowery, Fred Taylor, and others are shown being interviewed by the press on the steps of the courthouse in Savannah, Georgia. Caption on front: SAVANNAH, GA.--- On steps of courthouse where a May 4 hearing resulted in 30-day jail sentences for four men arrested for trespassing on land at the Harris Neck Wildlife Refuge that they say actually belong to about 50 black families, SCLC president Dr. Joseph E. Lowery promises continued protest demonstrations and efforts to get legislation introduced into Congress which would enable the people to regain their land. With him are representatives of the families involved and (on Dr. Lowery's left) SCLC director of Chapters and affiliates Rev. Fred D. Taylor, who has remained in the area to consult with the families.
Subject
African American civil rights workers, Interviews, Demonstrations, African Americans--Housing
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
An unidentified man being interviewed by the press on the steps of the courthouse in Savannah, Georgia after a hearing related to the Southern Christian Leadership Conference's sit-ins and marches at Harris Neck Wildlife Refuge.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Harris Neck Wildlife Refuge Press Conference, May 1979
Date Created
1979-05
Description
An unidentified man being interviewed by the press on the steps of the courthouse in Savannah, Georgia after a hearing related to the Southern Christian Leadership Conference's sit-ins and marches at Harris Neck Wildlife Refuge.
Subject
African American civil rights workers, Interviews, Demonstrations, African Americans--Housing
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Southern Christian Leadership Conference President Joseph E. Lowery is shown speaking to a crowd of demonstrators in Chester, South Carolina. Written on verso: Chester, South Carolina, 2,000 protest killing of 18 year old Mickey McClinton by unknown persons for allegedly dating a white woman.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery Speaking Outside to a Crowd of Demonstrators, 1979
Date Created
1979
Description
Southern Christian Leadership Conference President Joseph E. Lowery is shown speaking to a crowd of demonstrators in Chester, South Carolina. Written on verso: Chester, South Carolina, 2,000 protest killing of 18 year old Mickey McClinton by unknown persons for allegedly dating a white woman.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, Civil rights movements, Demonstrations, Race discrimination
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph and Evelyn Lowery pose for a photo with others, including U.S. Representative Walter Fauntroy (at left) and Father Abram (second from right). This photo is related to the Southern Christian Leadership Conference's peace delegation trip to Lebanon in September 1979.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph and Evelyn Lowery With Others, 1979
Date Created
1979
Description
Joseph and Evelyn Lowery pose for a photo with others, including U.S. Representative Walter Fauntroy (at left) and Father Abram (second from right). This photo is related to the Southern Christian Leadership Conference's peace delegation trip to Lebanon in September 1979.
Subject
African American men, African American women, Protest movements, International relations
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Birmingham Mayor David Vann observes the protest over the killing of Bonita Carter. Written on verso: Mayor David Vann painfully watches the 4,000 demonstrators call for his ousting and the firing of policeman George Sands.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
David Vann, 1979
Date Created
1979
Description
Birmingham Mayor David Vann observes the protest over the killing of Bonita Carter. Written on verso: Mayor David Vann painfully watches the 4,000 demonstrators call for his ousting and the firing of policeman George Sands.
Subject
Demonstrations, Police brutality, Political science
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
A photo of Reverend Dr. Joseph E. Lowery with Reverend Kelly Miller Smith. Written on verso: Joseph Lowery, Kelly Miller Smith, 1979
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery and Kelly Miller Smith, 1979
Date Created
1979
Description
A photo of Reverend Dr. Joseph E. Lowery with Reverend Kelly Miller Smith. Written on verso: Joseph Lowery, Kelly Miller Smith, 1979
Subject
African American clergy, African American men, African Americans--Religion
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Charles K. Steele, Sr. poses for a photo holding his cane and a Bible, sitting in a pulpit chair in a church.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Charles K. Steele, Sr., circa 1979
Date Created
1978/1980
Description
Charles K. Steele, Sr. poses for a photo holding his cane and a Bible, sitting in a pulpit chair in a church.
Subject
African American civil rights workers, African American men, African American clergy
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) President Joseph E. Lowery (middle) is shown with Walter E. Fauntroy (on right) and other SCLC members during a symposium in Washington, D.C. Written on recto: DR. LOWERY OPENS WASHINGTON SYMPOSIUM.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery and Others, circa 1979
Date Created
1977/1981
Description
Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) President Joseph E. Lowery (middle) is shown with Walter E. Fauntroy (on right) and other SCLC members during a symposium in Washington, D.C. Written on recto: DR. LOWERY OPENS WASHINGTON SYMPOSIUM.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, Civil rights movements, African American civil rights workers, Meetings
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
An image of Joseph E. Lowery on a TV screen during a televised worship service at Central United Methodist Church in Atlanta, Georgia.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Televised Central United Methodist Church Service, circa 1978
Date Created
1977/1979
Description
An image of Joseph E. Lowery on a TV screen during a televised worship service at Central United Methodist Church in Atlanta, Georgia.
Subject
African Americans--Religion, African American clergy, African American men
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
An image of Joseph E. Lowery on a TV screen during an interview.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery on Television, circa 1978
Date Created
1977/1979
Description
An image of Joseph E. Lowery on a TV screen during an interview.
Subject
African American men, African American civil rights workers, Interviews
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery shakes hands with Andrew Young during an event recognizing his appointment as ambassador to the United Nations. Evelyn G. Lowery shakes hands with Jean Childs Young.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery With Others, circa 1977
Date Created
1976/1977
Description
Joseph E. Lowery shakes hands with Andrew Young during an event recognizing his appointment as ambassador to the United Nations. Evelyn G. Lowery shakes hands with Jean Childs Young.
Subject
African American men, African American women, International relations
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery shakes hands with Andrew Young during an event recognizing his appointment as ambassador to the United Nations. From left to right: Jean Childs Young, Andrew Young, Rosalynn Carter, Jimmy Carter (partially obscured by Joseph E. Lowery), Lowery, and Evelyn G. Lowery.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery With Others, circa 1977
Date Created
1976/1977
Description
Joseph E. Lowery shakes hands with Andrew Young during an event recognizing his appointment as ambassador to the United Nations. From left to right: Jean Childs Young, Andrew Young, Rosalynn Carter, Jimmy Carter (partially obscured by Joseph E. Lowery), Lowery, and Evelyn G. Lowery.
Subject
African American men, African American women, Presidents, Presidents' spouses, International relations
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery poses for a photo with a cigar in his mouth and holding a birthday cake that was presented to him by his fellow MARTA Board of Directors members.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery Birthday Celebration, circa 1977
Date Created
1975/1979
Description
Joseph E. Lowery poses for a photo with a cigar in his mouth and holding a birthday cake that was presented to him by his fellow MARTA Board of Directors members.
Subject
African American men, African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, Transportation
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery (third from right) stands with Atlanta Mayor Maynard Jackson (at center) and others at a construction site.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery With Maynard Jackson and Others, circa 1977
Date Created
1975/1979
Description
Joseph E. Lowery (third from right) stands with Atlanta Mayor Maynard Jackson (at center) and others at a construction site.
Subject
African American men, African American mayors, Transportation
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series