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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  • Subjects = African American women
  • Decade = 1970-1979
Joseph E. Lowery, Evelyn G. Lowery, and Walter Fauntroy are shown holding awards at an unknown event.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery, Evelyn G. Lowery, and Walter Fauntroy Holding Awards, circa 1979
Date Created
1979/1981
Description
Joseph E. Lowery, Evelyn G. Lowery, and Walter Fauntroy are shown holding awards at an unknown event.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, Civil rights movements, African American women, Special events
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Dorothy Cotton and an unidentified man stand at microphones on a stage with several individuals behind them, including Reverend James Orange (second from right).
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Dorothy Cotton and an Unidentified Man On a Stage With Others, circa 1979
Date Created
1979/1981
Description
Dorothy Cotton and an unidentified man stand at microphones on a stage with several individuals behind them, including Reverend James Orange (second from right).
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American men, African American women, Special events
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
Evelyn G. Lowery poses for a photo with her mother Evelyn Gibson (next to Evelyn) and two other unidentified individuals. Written on recto: Atl[?] Palestinians - Civic Center - Oct '79
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Evelyn G. Lowery With Others, October 1979
Date Created
1979-10
Description
Evelyn G. Lowery poses for a photo with her mother Evelyn Gibson (next to Evelyn) and two other unidentified individuals. Written on recto: Atl[?] Palestinians - Civic Center - Oct '79
Subject
African American women, Human rights, International relations
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Evelyn G. Lowery is shown holding a tapestry embroidered with the Palestinian flag.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Evelyn G. Lowery Holds a Tapestry Embroidered With The Palestinian Flag, September 1979
Date Created
1979-09
Description
Evelyn G. Lowery is shown holding a tapestry embroidered with the Palestinian flag.
Subject
International relations, Human rights, Race relations, African American women
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph and Evelyn Lowery holding a plaque at the 22nd Annual Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) Convention in Norfolk, Virginia. Written on verso: (L-r) Rev. Jesse Douglas, Rev. Garnett Henning, Rev. Virgil Wood, Rev. Nelson Smith, Rev. Al Sampson, join Rev. Walter Fauntroy, SCLC Chairman of the Board presents Dr. and Mrs. Lowery a plaque for their sacrificial support to SCLC.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph and Evelyn Lowery Holding a Plaque at the 22nd Annual SCLC Convention, August 1979
Date Created
1979-08
Description
Joseph and Evelyn Lowery holding a plaque at the 22nd Annual Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) Convention in Norfolk, Virginia. Written on verso: (L-r) Rev. Jesse Douglas, Rev. Garnett Henning, Rev. Virgil Wood, Rev. Nelson Smith, Rev. Al Sampson, join Rev. Walter Fauntroy, SCLC Chairman of the Board presents Dr. and Mrs. Lowery a plaque for their sacrificial support to SCLC.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American civil rights workers, African American men, African American women, Meetings
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Evelyn G. Lowery is shown with United Nations Palestinian Liberation Organization Observer Zehdie Labib Terzi. Written on verso: Mrs. Evelyn Lowery and Zehdie Labib Terzi, P.L.O. Observer at U.N.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Evelyn G. Lowery With Zehdie Labib Terzi, August 1979
Date Created
1979-08
Description
Evelyn G. Lowery is shown with United Nations Palestinian Liberation Organization Observer Zehdie Labib Terzi. Written on verso: Mrs. Evelyn Lowery and Zehdie Labib Terzi, P.L.O. Observer at U.N.
Subject
African American women, Human rights, 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
An unidentified group of young adults pose for a photo, with many of them raising their fist in the air.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
A Group of Men and Women Pose With Raised Fists, 1979
Date Created
1979
Description
An unidentified group of young adults pose for a photo, with many of them raising their fist in the air.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, Civil rights movements, African American men, African American women
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
Joseph and Evelyn Lowery are shown presenting a Human Rights Award to Mrs. Maggie Muzorewa at a Central United Methodist Church Women's Day Event.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph and Evelyn Lowery Present an Award at a Central United Methodist Church Women's Day Event, May 1977
Date Created
1977-05
Description
Joseph and Evelyn Lowery are shown presenting a Human Rights Award to Mrs. Maggie Muzorewa at a Central United Methodist Church Women's Day Event.
Subject
African Americans--Religion, Human rights, African American women, Special events
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 fellow MARTA Board members, displaying a birthday cake that was presented to him.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery With MARTA Board Members, circa 1977
Date Created
1975/1979
Description
Joseph E. Lowery poses for a photo with fellow MARTA Board members, displaying a birthday cake that was presented to him.
Subject
African American men, African American women, African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, Transportation
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery leads a christening/baptism event for Kwame Abernathy, the son of Ralph and Juanita Abernathy.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery With Ralph D. Abernathy and Others, circa 1977
Date Created
1974/1977
Description
Joseph E. Lowery leads a christening/baptism event for Kwame Abernathy, the son of Ralph and Juanita Abernathy.
Subject
African American men, African American women, African Americans--Religion
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
A photo of Southern Christian Leadership Conference member and civil rights activist Lula Williams.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Lula Williams, circa 1975
Date Created
1974/1976
Description
A photo of Southern Christian Leadership Conference member and civil rights activist Lula Williams.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, Civil rights movements, African American women
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
An unidentified woman at the National Black Political Convention in Gary, Indiana is shown holding a sign that says "Bring U.S. Together - Vote Chisholm 1972...". Written on verso: Gary 72 Convention
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
An Unidentified Woman at the National Black Political Convention, March 1972
Date Created
1972-03
Description
An unidentified woman at the National Black Political Convention in Gary, Indiana is shown holding a sign that says "Bring U.S. Together - Vote Chisholm 1972...". Written on verso: Gary 72 Convention
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American women, African Americans--Politics and government, Political participation
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph and Evelyn Lowery are shown holding hands in front of a cake for their 25th wedding anniversary.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph and Evelyn Lowery 25th Wedding Anniversary, 1972
Date Created
1972
Description
Joseph and Evelyn Lowery are shown holding hands in front of a cake for their 25th wedding anniversary.
Subject
African American men, African American women, African American women social reformers, African American civil rights workers, Special events
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph and Evelyn Lowery are shown standing together on their 25th wedding anniversary.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph and Evelyn Lowery 25th Wedding Anniversary, 1972
Date Created
1972
Description
Joseph and Evelyn Lowery are shown standing together on their 25th wedding anniversary.
Subject
African American men, African American women, African American women social reformers, African American civil rights workers, Special events
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series