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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Lloyd Davis, the vice president of The King Center, and current and former Southern Christian Leadership Conference staffers Claudette Matthews and Rita Samuels (respectively) attend the campaign kickoff event for Martin Luther King, III's run for Fulton County Commissioner. Written on verso: Lloyd Davis, vice president, Martin Luther King Center for Nonviolent Social Change join SCLC staffer Claudette Matthews and former SCLC staffer Rita Samuels at Martin Luther King, III's campaign kickoff.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Lloyd Davis With Others at Martin Luther King, III Campaign Kickoff, 1986
Date Created
1986
Description
Lloyd Davis, the vice president of The King Center, and current and former Southern Christian Leadership Conference staffers Claudette Matthews and Rita Samuels (respectively) attend the campaign kickoff event for Martin Luther King, III's run for Fulton County Commissioner. Written on verso: Lloyd Davis, vice president, Martin Luther King Center for Nonviolent Social Change join SCLC staffer Claudette Matthews and former SCLC staffer Rita Samuels at Martin Luther King, III's campaign kickoff.
Subject
African Americans--Politics and government, Political participation, African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Ronald McDonald speaks to an audience of young children attending his show at a Christmas party sponsored by SCLC/W.O.M.E.N.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Ronald McDonald Speaks to a Group of Young Children With Their Hands Raised, 1982
Date Created
1982
Description
Ronald McDonald speaks to an audience of young children attending his show at a Christmas party sponsored by SCLC/W.O.M.E.N.
Subject
African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American children, Special events
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Evelyn G. Lowery speaks to a group of children during a Christmas party sponsored by SCLC/W.O.M.E.N.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Evelyn G. Lowery Speaking to a Group of Children During a Christmas Party, 1982
Date Created
1982
Description
Evelyn G. Lowery speaks to a group of children during a Christmas party sponsored by SCLC/W.O.M.E.N.
Subject
African American women social reformers, African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American children, Special events
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
A young boy sits on the lap of a Kodak Color Bear to take a photo at a Christmas party sponsored by SCLC/W.O.M.E.N.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
A Young Boy Sitting on the Lap of a Kodak Color Bear, 1982
Date Created
1982
Description
A young boy sits on the lap of a Kodak Color Bear to take a photo at a Christmas party sponsored by SCLC/W.O.M.E.N.
Subject
African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American children, Special events
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Four young boys are shown sitting in a church pew during the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service. The prayer service was dedicated to the memory of Atlanta's missing and murdered children and their families. Written on verso: SCLC/WOMEN's National Candle Light Prayer Service - April 5, 1981 to Strengthen the Family & the Healing of the Nation
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
A Group of Young Boys Sitting in a Church Pew During the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service, April 5,
Date Created
1981-04-05
Description
Four young boys are shown sitting in a church pew during the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service. The prayer service was dedicated to the memory of Atlanta's missing and murdered children and their families. Written on verso: SCLC/WOMEN's National Candle Light Prayer Service - April 5, 1981 to Strengthen the Family & the Healing of the Nation
Subject
African American children, Crime, African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African Americans--Religion
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
An unidentified woman is shown handing a cloth to a woman at the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service held during the three day Martin Luther King, Jr. memorial observance in April 1981. The prayer service was dedicated to the memory of Atlanta's missing and murdered children and their families.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
An Unidentified Woman Handing a Cloth to a Woman at the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service, April 5,
Date Created
1981-04-05
Description
An unidentified woman is shown handing a cloth to a woman at the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service held during the three day Martin Luther King, Jr. memorial observance in April 1981. The prayer service was dedicated to the memory of Atlanta's missing and murdered children and their families.
Subject
African American women, African American children, Crime, African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African Americans--Religion
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
SCLC/WOMEN members are shown in attendance at the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service. The prayer service was dedicated to the memory of Atlanta's missing and murdered children and their families. Written on verso: Members of SCLC/WOMEN participate in the candlelight Memorial March and Rally.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. Members at the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service, April 5, 1981
Date Created
1981-04-05
Description
SCLC/WOMEN members are shown in attendance at the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service. The prayer service was dedicated to the memory of Atlanta's missing and murdered children and their families. Written on verso: Members of SCLC/WOMEN participate in the candlelight Memorial March and Rally.
Subject
African American children, Crime, African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African Americans--Religion
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
A group of women are shown in a church holding hands and praying as part of the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service. The prayer service was dedicated to the memory of Atlanta's missing and murdered children and their families.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
A Group of Women Holding Hands and Praying at the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service, April 5, 1981
Date Created
1981-04-05
Description
A group of women are shown in a church holding hands and praying as part of the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service. The prayer service was dedicated to the memory of Atlanta's missing and murdered children and their families.
Subject
African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American women, African Americans--Religion, African American children, Crime
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Women are shown in a procession line at the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service. The prayer service was dedicated to the memory of Atlanta's missing and murdered children and their families.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
A Group of Women Holding Candlesticks at the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service, April 5, 1981
Date Created
1981-04-05
Description
Women are shown in a procession line at the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service. The prayer service was dedicated to the memory of Atlanta's missing and murdered children and their families.
Subject
African American children, Crime, African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African Americans--Religion, African American women
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Women and children attendees at the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service are shown holding lit candlesticks and candle snuffers. The prayer service was dedicated to the memory of Atlanta's missing and murdered children and their families.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Attendees at the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service, April 5, 1981
Date Created
1981-04-05
Description
Women and children attendees at the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service are shown holding lit candlesticks and candle snuffers. The prayer service was dedicated to the memory of Atlanta's missing and murdered children and their families.
Subject
African American children, Crime, African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African Americans--Religion
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
A group of children sit in a church pew during the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service. The third boy from the left has his hands together in prayer. The prayer service was dedicated to the memory of Atlanta's missing and murdered children and their families.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
A Group of Children Sitting in a Church Pew During the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service, April 5, 1
Date Created
1981-04-05
Description
A group of children sit in a church pew during the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service. The third boy from the left has his hands together in prayer. The prayer service was dedicated to the memory of Atlanta's missing and murdered children and their families.
Subject
African American children, Crime, African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African Americans--Religion
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Women and men sit in church pews during the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service. The prayer service was dedicated to the memory of Atlanta's missing and murdered children and their families.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Attendees at the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service, April 5, 1981
Date Created
1981-04-05
Description
Women and men sit in church pews during the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service. The prayer service was dedicated to the memory of Atlanta's missing and murdered children and their families.
Subject
African American children, Crime, African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African Americans--Religion
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
The Spelman College Glee Club performs as part of the program for the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service. The prayer service was dedicated to the memory of Atlanta's missing and murdered children and their families. Written on verso: The Spelman College Glee Club sings before the administration of Holy Communion during the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service for the strengthening of the family.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
The Spelman College Glee Club, April 5, 1981
Date Created
1981-04-05
Description
The Spelman College Glee Club performs as part of the program for the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service. The prayer service was dedicated to the memory of Atlanta's missing and murdered children and their families. Written on verso: The Spelman College Glee Club sings before the administration of Holy Communion during the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service for the strengthening of the family.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African Americans--Music, African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. founder and national convener Evelyn G. Lowery is shown leading a line of women at the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service. The prayer service was dedicated to the memory of Atlanta's missing and murdered children and their families.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Evelyn G. Lowery With Others at the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service, April 5, 1981
Date Created
1981-04-05
Description
SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. founder and national convener Evelyn G. Lowery is shown leading a line of women at the National Women's Candlelight Prayer Service. The prayer service was dedicated to the memory of Atlanta's missing and murdered children and their families.
Subject
African American children, Crime, African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African Americans--Religion
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph and Evelyn Lowery, Ralph D. Abernathy, and others are shown praying on the steps of Atlanta City Hall. Written on verso: SCLC President Joseph E. Lowery (left foreground) leads Atlanta ministers and concerned citizens in "An Hour of Prayer" on the steps of Atlanta city hall. He is joined by Dr. Ralph Abernathy (light suit), Mrs. Evelyn G. Lowery (behind Abernathy and others in praying for an end to the Atlanta crisis of youth killings.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph and Evelyn Lowery With Others Praying On the Steps Atlanta City Hall, April 1981
Date Created
1981-04
Description
Joseph and Evelyn Lowery, Ralph D. Abernathy, and others are shown praying on the steps of Atlanta City Hall. Written on verso: SCLC President Joseph E. Lowery (left foreground) leads Atlanta ministers and concerned citizens in "An Hour of Prayer" on the steps of Atlanta city hall. He is joined by Dr. Ralph Abernathy (light suit), Mrs. Evelyn G. Lowery (behind Abernathy and others in praying for an end to the Atlanta crisis of youth killings.
Subject
Demonstrations, African American children, Crime, African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) President Joseph E. Lowery is shown kneeling and praying with others on the steps of Atlanta City Hall. Written on verso: For several days in April of 1981, Atlanta clergy joined SCLC in "An Hour of Prayer" on the steps of Atlanta City Hall to pray for the end of the crisis of youth killings and to pray for the families of those slain.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery Praying With Others at Atlanta City Hall, April 1981
Date Created
1981-04
Description
Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) President Joseph E. Lowery is shown kneeling and praying with others on the steps of Atlanta City Hall. Written on verso: For several days in April of 1981, Atlanta clergy joined SCLC in "An Hour of Prayer" on the steps of Atlanta City Hall to pray for the end of the crisis of youth killings and to pray for the families of those slain.
Subject
Demonstrations, African American children, Crime, African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. founder and national convener Evelyn G. Lowery is shown (first on left) posing for a photo with the families of Atlanta's missing and murdered children during a "We Care" event sponsored by SCLC/W.O.M.E.N.. Written on verso: 1981 SCLC History -- Members of SCLC/WOMEN take time out from the "We Care" hour they sponsored for the families of Atlanta's missing and murdered children around Valentine's Day. At extreme left are Mrs. Evelyn G. Lowery, national convener of SCLC/WOMEN and Mrs. Willie Mae Mathis, a member and also the mother of Jeffrey Lamar Mathis, whose skeletal remains were found almost a year after his disappearance.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Evelyn G. Lowery Standing With the Families of Atlanta's Missing and Murdered Children, February 14, 1981
Date Created
1981-02-14
Description
SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. founder and national convener Evelyn G. Lowery is shown (first on left) posing for a photo with the families of Atlanta's missing and murdered children during a "We Care" event sponsored by SCLC/W.O.M.E.N.. Written on verso: 1981 SCLC History -- Members of SCLC/WOMEN take time out from the "We Care" hour they sponsored for the families of Atlanta's missing and murdered children around Valentine's Day. At extreme left are Mrs. Evelyn G. Lowery, national convener of SCLC/WOMEN and Mrs. Willie Mae Mathis, a member and also the mother of Jeffrey Lamar Mathis, whose skeletal remains were found almost a year after his disappearance.
Subject
African American women, African American children, Crime, African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Family members of Atlanta's missing and murdered children gather for a "We Care" event sponsored by SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. Written on verso: Family members of the missing and murdered children enjoy a Valentine's Day get-together at Dr. Joseph E. Lowery's Central United Methodist Church. It was an occasion that brightened the day for everyone, especially the children who enjoyed games toys and live entertainment.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Family Members of Missing and Murdered Children Gathered at a Table, February 14, 1981
Date Created
1981-02-14
Description
Family members of Atlanta's missing and murdered children gather for a "We Care" event sponsored by SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. Written on verso: Family members of the missing and murdered children enjoy a Valentine's Day get-together at Dr. Joseph E. Lowery's Central United Methodist Church. It was an occasion that brightened the day for everyone, especially the children who enjoyed games toys and live entertainment.
Subject
African American women, African American children, Crime, African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Family members of Atlanta's missing and murdered children gather around a table at a "We Care" event sponsored by SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. Written on verso: We Care Fellowship- 2/81
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
SCLC/W.O.M.E.N.'s "We Care" Event for Atlanta's Missing and Murdered Children Families, February 14, 1981
Date Created
1981-02-14
Description
Family members of Atlanta's missing and murdered children gather around a table at a "We Care" event sponsored by SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. Written on verso: We Care Fellowship- 2/81
Subject
African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, African American children, Crime
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery hosts a meeting for concerned Atlanta religious leaders to meet with Atlanta Police Chief George Napper and Public Safety Commissioner Lee P. Brown to discuss the Atlanta Missing and Murdered Children cases. Written on verso: Dr. Lowery convened a meeting between Atlanta Black leaders and Public Safety Commissioner Lee P. Brown and Police Chief George Napper over the leader's concern about why people are unable to solve the case of missing and murdered children.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series
Joseph E. Lowery Hosts a Meeting For Concerned Religious Leaders Regarding Atlanta's Child Murders, 1981
Date Created
1981
Description
Joseph E. Lowery hosts a meeting for concerned Atlanta religious leaders to meet with Atlanta Police Chief George Napper and Public Safety Commissioner Lee P. Brown to discuss the Atlanta Missing and Murdered Children cases. Written on verso: Dr. Lowery convened a meeting between Atlanta Black leaders and Public Safety Commissioner Lee P. Brown and Police Chief George Napper over the leader's concern about why people are unable to solve the case of missing and murdered children.
Subject
African Americans--Religion, African American children, Crime, African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Photograph Series