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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Joseph E. Lowery smiling in suit and tie.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery, circa 2004
Date Created
2004/2008
Description
Joseph E. Lowery smiling in suit and tie.
Subject
African American men, African Americans--Politics and government, African Americans--Civil rights, African American civil rights workers
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
A portrait photo of Joseph E. Lowery posing outside holding his glasses.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Portrait of Joseph E. Lowery Holding His Glasses, circa 2006
Date Created
2004/2008
Description
A portrait photo of Joseph E. Lowery posing outside holding his glasses.
Subject
African American men, African Americans--Religion, African Americans--Politics and government, African Americans--Civil rights, African American civil rights workers
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
A portrait photo of Joseph E. Lowery posing outside holding his glasses.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Portrait of Joseph E. Lowery Holding His Glasses, circa 2006
Date Created
2004/2008
Description
A portrait photo of Joseph E. Lowery posing outside holding his glasses.
Subject
African American men, African Americans--Religion, African Americans--Politics and government, African Americans--Civil rights, African American civil rights workers
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
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
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
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 E. Lowery sits with Calvin Smyre (center) and Tyrone Brooks (at right) at a Georgia Coalition for the People's Agenda event.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery With Others, circa 2003
Date Created
2000/2006
Description
Joseph E. Lowery sits with Calvin Smyre (center) and Tyrone Brooks (at right) at a Georgia Coalition for the People's Agenda event.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, Civil rights movements, African Americans--Politics and government, Special events
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery is shown standing with others including Evander Holyfield, Colin Powell, and Jimmy Carter (second thru fourth from left, respectively, after Lowery) at an event related to the election observation team for the Jamaican elections.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery With Others at an Event, circa 1997
Date Created
1997/1998
Description
Joseph E. Lowery is shown standing with others including Evander Holyfield, Colin Powell, and Jimmy Carter (second thru fourth from left, respectively, after Lowery) at an event related to the election observation team for the Jamaican elections.
Subject
Political participation, African Americans--Civil rights, African Americans--Politics and government, African American civil rights workers
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Willie Bolden (at center) is shown posing for a group photo with Fred Taylor, Lula Williams (second and third from left, standing), Hosea Williams, Tyrone Brooks (both seated), and others.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Group Photo With Willie Bolden, Tyrone Brooks, and Others, circa 1997
Date Created
1994/2000
Description
Willie Bolden (at center) is shown posing for a group photo with Fred Taylor, Lula Williams (second and third from left, standing), Hosea Williams, Tyrone Brooks (both seated), and others.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, Civil rights movements, African American civil rights workers, African Americans--Politics and government
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
From left to right, Tyrone Brooks, Frederick Moore (standing behind Brooks), Hosea Williams, Lula Williams, Willie Bolden and others pose for a photo.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Tyrone Brooks, Hosea Williams, Willie Bolden, and Others, circa 1997
Date Created
1994/2000
Description
From left to right, Tyrone Brooks, Frederick Moore (standing behind Brooks), Hosea Williams, Lula Williams, Willie Bolden and others pose for a photo.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, Civil rights movements, African American civil rights workers, African Americans--Politics and government
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Evelyn G. Lowery poses for a photo with Alexis Herman at the 15th Annual SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. Drum Major for Justice Awards dinner. Herman was the recipient of the Drum Major for Justice Award for Government.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
15th Annual SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. Drum Major For Justice Awards Dinner, April 4, 1994
Date Created
1994-04-04
Description
Evelyn G. Lowery poses for a photo with Alexis Herman at the 15th Annual SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. Drum Major for Justice Awards dinner. Herman was the recipient of the Drum Major for Justice Award for Government.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American civil rights workers, African Americans--Politics and government, African American women, Special events
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery is shown sitting on the floor reviewing documents.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery Reviewing Documents, circa 1996
Date Created
1993/1999
Description
Joseph E. Lowery is shown sitting on the floor reviewing documents.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, Civil rights movements, African American civil rights workers, African Americans--Politics and government
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. On the dais with Lowery are John Lewis, Jesse Jackson, Johnnie Carr, and others. Written on verso: 1992
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery Speaking at an Event, 1992
Date Created
1992
Description
Southern Christian Leadership Conference President Joseph E. Lowery is shown speaking to a crowd. On the dais with Lowery are John Lewis, Jesse Jackson, Johnnie Carr, and others. Written on verso: 1992
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, Civil rights movements, African American civil rights workers, Demonstrations, African Americans--Politics and government
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Demonstrators are shown marching with a "Bridge Crossing March" banner.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Demonstrators March With a "Bridge Crossing March" Banner, 1992
Date Created
1992
Description
Demonstrators are shown marching with a "Bridge Crossing March" banner.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, Civil rights movements, Demonstrations, African Americans--Economic conditions, African Americans--Politics and government, Voting
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Evelyn G. Lowery (at right) is shown marching with others across the Edmund Pettus Bridge.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Evelyn G. Lowery and Others Marching Across the Edmund Pettus Bridge, circa 1992
Date Created
1990/1994
Description
Evelyn G. Lowery (at right) is shown marching with others across the Edmund Pettus Bridge.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, Civil rights movements, African American civil rights workers, Demonstrations, African Americans--Politics and government
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) President Joseph E. Lowery is shown with Jesse Jackson, E. Randel T. Osburn, C.T. Vivian, and others addressing a crowd at the 25th Anniversary Selma to Montgomery March.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
25th Anniversary of the Selma to Montgomery March, March 4, 1990
Date Created
1990-03-04
Description
Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) President Joseph E. Lowery is shown with Jesse Jackson, E. Randel T. Osburn, C.T. Vivian, and others addressing a crowd at the 25th Anniversary Selma to Montgomery March.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, Civil rights movements, Demonstrations, African Americans--Economic conditions, African Americans--Politics and government, Voting
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) President Joseph E. Lowery is shown holding a megaphone to address marchers at the 25th Anniversary Selma to Montgomery March. SCLC staff member E. Randel T. Osburn is at right in the photo.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
25th Anniversary of the Selma to Montgomery March, March 4, 1990
Date Created
1990-03-04
Description
Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) President Joseph E. Lowery is shown holding a megaphone to address marchers at the 25th Anniversary Selma to Montgomery March. SCLC staff member E. Randel T. Osburn is at right in the photo.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, Civil rights movements, Demonstrations, African Americans--Economic conditions, African Americans--Politics and government, Voting
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Coretta Scott King is shown speaking at the 25th Anniversary Selma to Montgomery March.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
25th Anniversary of the Selma to Montgomery March, March 4, 1990
Date Created
1990-03-04
Description
Coretta Scott King is shown speaking at the 25th Anniversary Selma to Montgomery March.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, Civil rights movements, Demonstrations, African Americans--Economic conditions, African Americans--Politics and government, Voting
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series