The Evelyn G. Lowery Papers series consists of correspondence and personal papers of Evelyn Gibson Lowery and documents her life as a civil rights activist and her contributions to her various communities. Lowery worked as president of her own organization, SCLC/W.O.M.E.N., as well as helped organize women's church groups such as the Church Women United and her home churches of Central United Methodist and Cascade United Methodist. She was also an active participant in the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and retained many of her programs and pamphlets from her time there. Included in this series is a substantial collection of recipes that Lowery gathered from her peers, family friends and international and political relationships.
Sep 27, 2022

The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers

The Evelyn G. Lowery Papers series consists of correspondence and personal papers of Evelyn Gibson Lowery and documents her life as a civil rights activist and her contributions to her various communities. Lowery worked as president of her own organization, SCLC/W.O.M.E.N., as well as helped organize women's church groups such as the Church Women United and her home churches of Central United Methodist and Cascade United Methodist. She was also an active participant in the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and retained many of her programs and pamphlets from her time there. Included in this series is a substantial collection of recipes that Lowery gathered from her peers, family friends and international and political relationships.
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A biographical sketch for Evelyn G. Lowery, the founder and convener of SCLC/Women's Organizational Movement for Equality Now, Inc. (SCLC/W.O.M.E.N.), including a list of awards she has received. 7 pages.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
Biographical Sketch for Evelyn Gibson Lowery, circa 2011
Date Created
2011/2012
Description
A biographical sketch for Evelyn G. Lowery, the founder and convener of SCLC/Women's Organizational Movement for Equality Now, Inc. (SCLC/W.O.M.E.N.), including a list of awards she has received. 7 pages.
Subject
African American women, African American women social reformers, African American civil rights workers, Associations, institutions, etc.
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
Remarks by Evelyn G. Lowery at the unveiling of the "Civil Rights Freedom Wall of Selma and Dallas County, Alabama" SCLC/WOMEN historical marker on March 6, 2005. 1 page.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
"Civil Rights Freedom Wall of Selma and Dallas County, Alabama" Remarks, March 6, 2005
Date Created
2005-03-06
Description
Remarks by Evelyn G. Lowery at the unveiling of the "Civil Rights Freedom Wall of Selma and Dallas County, Alabama" SCLC/WOMEN historical marker on March 6, 2005. 1 page.
Subject
African American women, Speeches, African Americans--Civil rights, African American civil rights workers
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
A typewritten speech by Evelyn G. Lowery introducing her husband, Joseph E. Lowery, at an unknown event. 7 pages.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
Speech Written by Evelyn G. Lowery, circa 2001
Date Created
2001/2006
Description
A typewritten speech by Evelyn G. Lowery introducing her husband, Joseph E. Lowery, at an unknown event. 7 pages.
Subject
African American women, Speeches, African Americans--Civil rights
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
A news release regarding the work of SCLC/W.O.M.E.N., Inc. and biographical background on Evelyn G. Lowery. 3 pages.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
News Release on SCLC/W.O.M.E.N., 1999
Date Created
1999
Description
A news release regarding the work of SCLC/W.O.M.E.N., Inc. and biographical background on Evelyn G. Lowery. 3 pages.
Subject
African American women, African American women social reformers, Associations, institutions, etc.
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
A resolution by the Lamar County Board of Commissioners recognizing Evelyn G. Lowery for her work in the United Methodist Church and in the civil rights movement upon the occasion of a celebration in her honor by the Georgia Coalition of Black Women, Inc. Note: The gold seal sticker was loose and scanned separately from the resolution page. 1 page.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
Lamar County Board of Commissioners Resolution, November 4, 1995
Date Created
1995-11-04
Description
A resolution by the Lamar County Board of Commissioners recognizing Evelyn G. Lowery for her work in the United Methodist Church and in the civil rights movement upon the occasion of a celebration in her honor by the Georgia Coalition of Black Women, Inc. Note: The gold seal sticker was loose and scanned separately from the resolution page. 1 page.
Subject
African American women, African American women social reformers, Manners and customs
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
The program booklet for the Georgia Coalition of Black Women, Inc.'s Sisterhood Awards Luncheon and thank you remarks by Evelyn G. Lowery, who was one of the honorees at the event. 8 pages.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
Georgia Coalition of Black Women Sisterhood Awards Luncheon Program and Remarks, November 4, 1995
Date Created
1995-11-04
Description
The program booklet for the Georgia Coalition of Black Women, Inc.'s Sisterhood Awards Luncheon and thank you remarks by Evelyn G. Lowery, who was one of the honorees at the event. 8 pages.
Subject
African American women, African American women social reformers, Associations, institutions, etc., Women's rights
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
The program booklet for the Salute to South African Women Luncheon featuring Winnie Mandela held on June 27, 1990. 8 pages.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
Salute to South African Women Luncheon Program, June 27, 1990
Date Created
1990-06-27
Description
The program booklet for the Salute to South African Women Luncheon featuring Winnie Mandela held on June 27, 1990. 8 pages.
Subject
African American women, African American women social reformers, Apartheid, Africa, International relations
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
A flyer advertising a "Women's Bank-In Day" sponsored by the Coalition for Economic Justice. 1 page.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
"Women's Bank-In Day" Flyer, 1988
Date Created
1988
Description
A flyer advertising a "Women's Bank-In Day" sponsored by the Coalition for Economic Justice. 1 page.
Subject
African Americans--Economic conditions, African American women
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
Handwritten notes by Evelyn G. Lowery detailing actions that women can take in response to Winn-Dixie grocery stores selling South African products. 1 page.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
Planning Notes Regarding the Winn-Dixie Boycotts, circa 1985
Date Created
1985/1986
Description
Handwritten notes by Evelyn G. Lowery detailing actions that women can take in response to Winn-Dixie grocery stores selling South African products. 1 page.
Subject
African American women, Protest movements, Civil rights movements, Apartheid
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
A typewritten speech with handwritten notes of an address delivered by Evelyn G. Lowery for the Women's Day worship service at Mount Olive Baptist Church in Anniston, Alabama. 10 pages.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
Mount Olive Baptist Church Women's Day Speech and Notes, February 13, 1983
Date Created
1983-02-13
Description
A typewritten speech with handwritten notes of an address delivered by Evelyn G. Lowery for the Women's Day worship service at Mount Olive Baptist Church in Anniston, Alabama. 10 pages.
Subject
African American women, Speeches, African Americans--Religion
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
A typewritten speech titled "Black Women Organizing as a Political Bloc" delivered by Evelyn G. Lowery during a "Forum of Black Women's Issues" event convened by U.S. Representative Katie Hall and Cardiss Collins. 2 pages.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
"Black Women Organizing as a Political Bloc" Speech, circa 1983
Date Created
1982/1985
Description
A typewritten speech titled "Black Women Organizing as a Political Bloc" delivered by Evelyn G. Lowery during a "Forum of Black Women's Issues" event convened by U.S. Representative Katie Hall and Cardiss Collins. 2 pages.
Subject
African American women, Speeches, Voting, Political participation
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
A thank you note from Atlanta Mayor Andrew Young to Evelyn G. Lowery regarding his inauguration ceremony and reception. 1 page.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
Correspondence from Andrew Young to Evelyn G. Lowery, January 25, 1982
Date Created
1982-01-25
Description
A thank you note from Atlanta Mayor Andrew Young to Evelyn G. Lowery regarding his inauguration ceremony and reception. 1 page.
Subject
African American mayors, African Americans--Politics and government, African American women
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
The first page of a speech by Evelyn G. Lowery delivered at the Women's Day worship service at Greater New Light Baptist Church in Cincinnati, Ohio. The remaining pages of this speech can be found at http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12322/auc.199:08070.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
Fragment of the Women's Day Speech at Greater New Light Baptist Church, July 26, 1981
Date Created
1981-07-26
Description
The first page of a speech by Evelyn G. Lowery delivered at the Women's Day worship service at Greater New Light Baptist Church in Cincinnati, Ohio. The remaining pages of this speech can be found at http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12322/auc.199:08070.
Subject
Speeches, African Americans--Religion, African American women
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
A flyer advertising Evelyn G. Lowery as the speaker for the Women's Day worship service on July 26, 1981 at Greater New Light Baptist Church in Cincinnati, Ohio. 1 page.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
Greater New Light Baptist Church Flyer, 1981
Date Created
1981
Description
A flyer advertising Evelyn G. Lowery as the speaker for the Women's Day worship service on July 26, 1981 at Greater New Light Baptist Church in Cincinnati, Ohio. 1 page.
Subject
African Americans--Religion, African American women, Special events
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
Handwritten notes by Evelyn G. Lowery detailing the responsibilities of SCLC/WOMEN members serving on the SCLC/WOMEN Advisory Committee and the responsibilities of project directors. 1 page.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. Responsibilities Notes, circa 1984
Date Created
1979/1989
Description
Handwritten notes by Evelyn G. Lowery detailing the responsibilities of SCLC/WOMEN members serving on the SCLC/WOMEN Advisory Committee and the responsibilities of project directors. 1 page.
Subject
African American women, African American women social reformers, Associations, institutions, etc.
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
A letter from Charlotte Sarett, a sales promotion manager at Sweet 'N Low, to Evelyn G. Lowery regarding recipes for Lowery's cookbook. 1 page.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
Correspondence From Sweet 'N Low to Evelyn G. Lowery, March 30, 1977
Date Created
1977-03-30
Description
A letter from Charlotte Sarett, a sales promotion manager at Sweet 'N Low, to Evelyn G. Lowery regarding recipes for Lowery's cookbook. 1 page.
Subject
African American women, Home economics
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
A letter from Geraldine Bynum to her sister, Evelyn G. Lowery, regarding recipes for the cookbook that Lowery was compiling. 2 pages.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
Correspondence from Geraldine G. Bynum to Evelyn G. Lowery, February 19, 1977
Date Created
1977-02-19
Description
A letter from Geraldine Bynum to her sister, Evelyn G. Lowery, regarding recipes for the cookbook that Lowery was compiling. 2 pages.
Subject
Home economics, African American women
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
Three letters of correspondence regarding the compilation of recipes for a cookbook that Evelyn G. Lowery was putting together. 3 pages.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
Cookbook Correspondence, circa 1975
Date Created
1975/1980
Description
Three letters of correspondence regarding the compilation of recipes for a cookbook that Evelyn G. Lowery was putting together. 3 pages.
Subject
African American women, Home economics
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
Recipes for various desserts collected by Evelyn G. Lowery.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
Recipes, circa 1975
Date Created
1970/1980
Description
Recipes for various desserts collected by Evelyn G. Lowery.
Subject
African American women, Home economics
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
Recipes for entrees compiled by Evelyn G. Lowery for her cookbook project. 18 pages.
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers
Recipes for Entrees, circa 1975
Date Created
1970/1980
Description
Recipes for entrees compiled by Evelyn G. Lowery for her cookbook project. 18 pages.
Subject
Home economics, African American women
Collection
The Joseph Echols and Evelyn Gibson Lowery Collection, Evelyn G. Lowery Papers