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Art students stand under Bethune-Cookman welcome sign
A black and white image of six senior art students standing under a sign that reads, "Bethune-Cookman: Welcome." The women are wearing blouses, skirts, and coats. At the right of the image are buildings that are unidentified. A woman can also be seen sitting in a chair at the right of the image. In the background of the image are also palm trees. On the back of the photograph is written, "Group of senior art students, Bethune-Cookman, March 1929." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Athletic class "vaulting"
A black and white photograph of the girls of Daytona Normal and Industrial School (today Bethune-Cookman University), practicing "vaulting" on the grounds at the college. In the center of the image, two girls hold a pole, and another girl runs to jump over it. In the background, the rest of her classmates gather to wait their turn. They are wearing the school uniform of the time: a long-sleeved white shirt, a ribbon around the neck, a knee-length skirt, stockings, and shoes. In the background are also trees and a wooden fence. Written on the back of the photo is, "The Athletic Club - Vaulting." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Automotive repair class
A black and white image of two male students learning automotive repair through the vocational school at Bethune-Cookman University. The students are repairing a car engine. One student is kneeling over the engine with a small wrench in his hand. The other student is standing next to the engine. He is wearing a military uniform of some kind. The engine is sitting in a garage somewhere on campus. Another car can be seen in the backgrond, with writing on the trunk. On the back of the image is the following description: "Automotive repair." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Automotive repair class
A black and white image of a male student learning automotive repair through the vocation school at Bethune-Cookman University. The student is painting the exterior of a Chevrolet car with a spray painter. On the front of the Chevrolet is a sign that reads, "Singleton Cleaner, 309 Spruce St." Another car can be seen in the backgrond, with writing on the side that reads, "Bethune Cookman, Daytona Beach." On the back of the image is the following description: "Auto mechanics -- trades division." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Automotive repair class
A black and white image of two male students learning automotive repair through the vocation school at Bethune-Cookman University. The students are trying to repair a car that has a cloth roof and is very dirty. One student is sitting in the front seat with a large round pipe in his hand, and is looking at the ceiling of the car. The other student is kneeling at the front right tire, hammer in hand, trying to hammer out a dent in the front wheel well. Under the car to the right of him is a jack. Two toolboxes sit on the ground around him. The car is sitting in a garage someonewhere on campus. A counter with supplies can be seen at the right of the image. On the back of the image is the following description: "Vocational school, 1950s, Auto mechanics." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Banquet for Senior Class
A black and white image of the interior of Faith Hall, which has been decorated for a banquet honoring the graduating class of 1961. On the far wall of the interior room in Faith Hall can be see a large palladian-style window, with three divisions, the center window being much larger than the other two and arched at the top. Sunlight is shining through. On both sides of the window is a painted wall mural, which appears to be a scene from a European city with streets, buildings, and cafes. In front of this wall is long banquet table (probably the head table for faculty and administrators), with a large flower arrangement at its center. Behind the table stands a podium with the letters "BCC" printed on its front. Three elongated tables are standing perpendicular to the head table. They each are covered in a white tablecloth, with place settings including a spoon, knife, a cup, and a napkin. At each setting there appears to be a small booklet for the guest. The tables also have a placard that reads "Senior Class-- 1961." Small flower arrangements are spaced evenly atop these tables. There are also eight four-person tables in addition to the three elongated tables. They are decorated in the same style as the elongated tables. On the back of the photograph is written in pencil "Faith Hall cafeteria with tables prepared." There is also written in blue ink, "Adamsfoto," but the meaning of this cannot be determined. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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BCC Alumni Edwin Perkins
A black and white image of Bethune-Cookman University alum Edward Perkins, right, conversing over equipment with Bendix technician James Pritle. They are holding a round object in both hands, while three other containers rest on a table in front of them. On the back of the photograph is the following description, provided by NASA: ""Chemist, Mr. Perkins received a BA degree in chemistry from Bethune-Cookman College in 1964, and is currently enrolled in graduate school at Rollins College. He joined Kennedy Space Center on May 22, 1964. Mr. Perkins performs chemical analyses and provides contractor surveillance in the area of rocket propellants. Mr. Perkins is pictured with Bendix technician James Pritle.
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B-CC food preparation employees
A black and white image of food preparation employees in a kitchen at BCC.
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Bedroom in the Bethune House
A black and white image of a bedroom in Bethune House. In the right-hand corner of the image is a dresser with a pitcher and wash basin. A small cup with a toothbrush can be seen to the right of it. Along the wall to the left of the basin is a roll-top desk with books lined up on its flat top. The table to the left of the desk is covered in a tablecloth and has photographs of unknown individuals on top. A large window is situated along the back wall, and from which hangs curtains. In the left-hand corner of the room is a vanity dresser, with a large mirror. Toiletries and photographs sit on the top. Along the left wall is a smaller window with the same curtain pattern as the larger window. At the left of the image is a wire-frame bed with pillows and a light-colored blanket. Two wicker rocking chairs are in the room. Hanging on the walls are varieties of artwork. A single lightbulb hangs from the center of the ceiling. The image is taped to a matting board. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Bethune-Cookman choir
A black and white image of the Bethune-Cookman University choir posing on the lawn in front of Thomas White Hall in a "V" formation. The choir consists of African American male and female students, who are all wearing choir robes and scarves around their necks with the letters "B C" embroidered on them. Behind the choir can be seen the exterior of White Hall, a bench for seating, and two doors and an open window. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Bethune-Cookman choir
A black and white image of the Bethune-Cookman University choir posing in three rows onstage in White Hall. The group consists of African American men and women. They are all wearing choir robes, and have scarfs hanging around their necks with "B C" embroidered on them. Hanging above them are the theater curtains which have the monogram "BCC" embroidered on them. They are identified on the back as the "concert chorale." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Bethune-Cookman choir
A black and white image of the Bethune-Cookman University choir practicing in a room on campus. The choir can be seen at the left of the image. The male students are standing in the back row, and they are wearing white tuxedoes. In the front row are the female students, and they are wearing various styles of formal dresses. Some are wearing pearl necklaces. At the right of the image is their female instructor, also wearing a formal dresses and seated at a piano. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Bethune-Cookman choir
A black and white image of the male and female choir posing for a group portrait on the stage in the auditorium in White Hall. The female students are sitting in the first two rows, and are wearing matching uniforms-- a white blouse, suit jacket, skirt, and high-heeled shoes. The men are standing in the third row and are wearing matching suits. The two instructors are standing on either side of the first row. On the floor beneath the stage is a piano. Hanging above the group is the theater curtain, which has the "BCC" monogram on the front. Painted to the wall above the stage is the phrase, "Our Whole School for Christian Service." On the back of the photograph is the stamp of the photographer's studio.
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Bethune-Cookman choir
A black and white image of the 1978 Concert Chorale of Bethune-Cookman University. The choir consists of male and female African American students. They are all wearing matching choir robes and are standing on risers outside a college building on campus. Part of a palm tree can be seen at the right of the image. On the back of the photograph is the stamp of the photographer' studio.
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Bethune-Cookman choir
A black and white image of the Bethune-Cookman University choir singing onstage in White Hall. The male students of the choir are standing in the back row and are wearing matching black suits. In the front row are the female students, who are all wearing white dresses and white shoes. On the stage is a piano, where their choir director, Mrs. Hacker, is encouraging them to sing. Hanging above the stage is a theater curtain with the monogram "BCC" embroidered on the front. On the back of the photograph is written, "Mrs. Hacker and campus choir." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Bethune-Cookman choir
A black and white image of the Bethune-Cookman University choir singing and clapping their hands onstage in White Hall during a performance. The choir consists of male and female students, who are all wearing choir robes. A woman in a white dress is standing in front of them, conducting. Behind them can be seen the theater curtains of the stage, and placed on the stage before them is sound equipment that is connected to the microphones. On the back of the photograph is the note, "BCC gospel choir, April Miller." It is unknown where April Miller is in this photograph. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Bethune-Cookman choir
A black and white photograph of the Bethune-Cookman University choir singing onstage in White Hall. The choir consists of female students, wearing white and standing in the first three rows, and male students, wearing tuxedoes and standing in the back three rows. Standing on the stage in front of them is a female teacher who is conducting. At the right of the stage is a male student playing a piano. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Bethune-Cookman choir in public performance
A black and white image of the Bethune-Cookman choir singing at an outdoor event. The choir consists of male and female African American and Caucasian students. The students are dressed formally in suits and dresses, but are not wearing their choir robes. Standing in front of them are spectators who are listening to them sing. The African American man with his back to the camera, standing directly in front of the first row of choir members with his arms up is the choir director, Thomas Demps. On the back of the photograph is a yearbook photo stamp. The photographer is unknown.
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Bethune-Cookman choir travels to Mackinac Island
A black and white image of the Bethune-Cookman University choir preparing to board a Pan American chartered plane for a trip to Mackinac Island. The choir consists of African American men and women are are lined up outside of the gangway and on the tarmac, preparing to board the plane. The men are dressed formally in suits, and the women are wearing skirts, blouses, jackets, and high-heeled shoes. Some of the women are carrying handbags and are wearing gloves. Some of the students are wearing Bethune-Cookman clothing with the Wildcats logo on the front. The students standing on the stairway to the plane are waving at the camera. The choir director Thomas Demps is standing just to the right of the stairs on the tarmac and is waving to the camera. He is wearing a lightly-colored suit jacket iand is carrying a luggage bag in his left hand. At the left of the image, a member of the flight crew is standing under the wing of the place in uniform. The photographer of the image is unknown. A note included with the photograph reads, "Bethune-Cookman College choir off to Mackinac Island by chartered plane."
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Bethune-Cookman choir with Columbus Smith
A black and white image of the Bethune-Cookman University choir performing onstage in White Hall. The choir can be seen at the left, wearing choir robes and singing. The choir consists of male and female students. Seated in front of the choir is a student with a drumset. Standing behind a piano in front of the choir choir director Columbus smith, who is also singing. At the right are other students who are seated in chairs listening to the performance. In the background, hanging from the ceiling, are the theater curtains with the monogram "BCC" embroidered on it. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Bethune-Cookman choir with Thomas Demps
A black and white image of the Bethune-Cookman University choir posing onstage during a performance. They can be seen at the right of the photograph. The choir consists of male and female students, who are all wearing choir robes and scarves around their necks with the letters "B C" embroidered on them. At the left of the image stands choir director Thomas Demps, wearing a white tuxedo and standing in front of a music stand. Behind him and the choir are tall theater curtains and stage lights. On the back of the photograph is the stamp of the photographer's studio.
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Bethune-Cookman choir with Thomas Demps
A black and white image of the Bethune-Cookman University choir posing in a "V" formation in the school gymnasium. The choir consists of male and female students, who are all wearing choir robes and scarves around their necks with the letters "B C" embroidered on them. Choir director Thomas Demps is standing in the center of the "V" formation in a black tuxedo. Behind them are a group of students who are about to exercise. Bleachers that have been folded against the wall can be seen at the left of the image. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Bethune-Cookman College old laundry building
A black and white image of the exterior of the old laundry facility at Bethune-Cookman University. The building has a brick exterior, but part is also made of wood. There are two doors, one on the front of the building and the other at the left of the building. Clothes can be seen hanging in the left window of the building. Looking through the open door of the building, a shelf and table can be seen, and possibly a person standing by the window, but he cannot be clearly seen. To the right of the laundry building is an unidentified building. Many trees can be seen in the image, with Spanish moss hanging from the branches. Utility poles can also be seen. On the back of the image is written in pencil, "Old laundry building; Bethune Cookman Old Laundry Bldg, 1960s." The photographer's stamp is also on the back, giving the address and phone number of the studio.
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Bethune-Cookman high school class of 1928
A black and white image of the high school class of 1928 posing on the steps of White Hall. The women are wearing a variety of styles of dresses, and the men are wearing dress suits. In the background of the image is White Hall, of which the brick exterior, columned entrance, and double doors can be seen. Mary McLeod Bethune's foster son, Edward Rodriguez, is standing in the first row, sixth person from the left. Written on the back of the photograph is "High school class of 1928." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Bethune-Cookman International Club float
A black and white image of a Bethune-Cookman College parade float manned by the B-CC International Club. The float is being towed by a small car, which is partially visible at the left of the image. The float has six African American women on it, who are dressed in high heels, animal-print dresses, and sunglasses. On the front of the float are two flags, one of the being an American flag. The two women riding in the front are standing next to a large cluster of small palm bushes. The float has a large fixture in the middle which has a lion printed on it. On the side of the float it is decorated with the name "B-CC International Club." The car and float are riding down the street. In the background can be seen another road, lined with palm trees. On the right side of the float are people watching the parade, who are standing next to bicycles. At the very left of the image is a person standing on a step. At the top left of the image is a hanging street light. Two road signs are visible. One reads "Keep Right," and the other reads, "Speed Limit 35." On the back of the image is written "Homecoming parade float 1972."
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Bethune-Cookman orchestra
A black and white image of the Bethune-Cookman orchestra practicing in a room on campus. The men are wearing suits and are playing a variety of instruments, such as trombones, saxophones, and drums. At the left of the image are two men standing playing instruments; they could be helping the students warm up and tune their instruments. Along the right back wall are two other men standing. Windows can be seen in the background of the image. On the back of the photograph is the note "band rehearsal." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Bethune-Cookman orchestra
A black and white image of a small group of men, identified as the orchestra, standing on the steps of White Hall. The columned entrance and brick exterior can be seen in the image. The orchestra is made up of nine men. One man is standing in the center smiling widely, and four men on each side are pointing at him. They are all wearing dark-colored suits. The instruments of the members are gathered in front of the men. The instruments consist of trombones, trumpets, saxophones, and a drum. Printed on the front of the drum is "Bethune-Cookman [illegible] Serenaders." Written on the back of the photograph is the note, "The first orchestral group in B-CC to commercialize on entertainments for social occasions. 1928." The image is printed on Velox paper. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Bethune-Cookman orchestra players
A black and white image of two men standing behind a music stand and looking down at the stand. They are both wearing suits and are standing in front of a theater curtain. The man standing on the left is G. Gibson from Gainesville, Florida. The man on the right and holding the clarinet is D. Washington from Bartow, Florida. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Bethune-Cookman's cattle herd
A black and white image of cows grazing on farmland on Bethune-Cookman University's campus. Fences can be seen in the photograph, as well as sheds and covered areas in the background of the image. Trees can also be seen in the image. The image was taken by the Methodiest Episcopal Society. On the back of the photograph is the note, "Part of the school herd - Bethune-Cookman College - 1926." There is also a stamp that reads, "Department of Publicity, The Board of Education of the Methodist Episcopal Church, 740 Rush Street, Chicago, Illinois." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Bethune-Cookman University alumni
A black and white image of large group of African American men and women posing outside Helen Kottle Memorial Building. These individuals are identified as Bethune-Cookman University alumni. The women are wearing dresses, or blouses and skirts. Some are holding handbags and wearing sunglasses. The men are dresses in suits and ties. On the back of the photograph is the stamp of the photographer's studio.
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Bethune-Cookman University Faculty
A black and white image of Bethune-Cookman University faculty posing on the steps of Harrison Rhodes Hall. The people in the photograph are unidentifed. The group is made up of African American and Caucasian men and women. The men are wearing suits and ties, and the women are wearing dresses. The women are also holding handbags. The large windows of Harrison Rhodes Hall can be seen behind the group. On the back of the photograph is written, "BCC Faculty 1960's." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Bethune-Cookman University faculty
A black and white image of a large group of the Bethune-Cookman University faculty and staff posing on the steps of Harrison Rhodes Hall. The large windows of the building can be seen behind the group. The group is mostly unidentified, and is made up of African American and Caucasian men and women. The men are mostly wearing suits and ties, and the women are wearing a variety of styles of dresses. Ann Dismuke Taylor-Green is standing forth from the left in the first row, wearing a button-up vest, long sleeved shirt, and skirt. Dr. Florence Roane is standing second from the right in the first row, in a patterned dress and eyeglasses. The remaining members of the group are unidentified. On the back of the photograph is the stamp of the photographer's studio.
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Bethune-Cookman University faculty
A black and white image of a large group of Bethune-Cookman University teachers posing on the steps in front of an unidentified campus building. The people in the photograph are all unidentified, except for Dr. Florence Roane, who is standing in the first row all the way at the right of the image. The men are wearing button-up shirts and ties, and the women are wearing a variety of styles of dresses. Most are holding their handbags. The group is made up of African American and Caucasian men and women. On the back of the photograph is a description of who is in the photograph. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Bethune-Cookman University faculty
A black and white image of a group of faculty members posing on the steps of Harrison Rhodes Hall. The group is made up of African American and Caucasian men and women. The group is largely unidentified, except for Thurman Stanback, who is standing fourth from the left in the first row. The men are wearing suits and ties, and the women are wearing a variety of styles of dresses. The large windows of Harrison Rhodes Hall can be seen behind the group. On the back of the photograph is written a note about the new faculty in the photograph. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Bethune-Cookman Wildcats cheerleader
A black and white photograph of a Bethune-Cookman cheerleader doing a toe-touch jump. She is wearing a Bethune-Cookman uniform with the letter "B" on the front, and has jumped in the air, kicking her legs out to her sides, and touching her toes with each hand. Behind her is the exterior of an unidentified campus building. On the back of the photograph is a yearbook stamp.
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Bethune-Cookman Wildcats cheerleaders
A black and white photograph of Bethune-Cookman University's cheerleaders. They are in the forefront of the image and are jumping up in the air and doing leg splits. They are also throwing their pom-poms in the air and cheering. Each girl is wearing a knee-length skirt and a long-sleeved shirt which has a letter "B" on it with a megaphone symbol behind it. In the background of the image can be seen trees and utility poles. Also standing in the background are the football players. Half of the football players are standing, and half are sitting. In the background, when looking between the first two girls at the left, a photographer can be seen squatting and holding a camera up to his eye. On the front of the image is a note about cropping the image. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Bethune-Cookman Wildcats cheerleaders
A black and white image of six Bethune-Cookman University cheerleaders posing with their coaches in the gymnasium. The girls in the first row are wearing sweatshirts with "BC" printed on the front and a skirt. They are posing on one knee with one hand on their hips. Their coaches, both male and female, are standing behind them. They are posed in front of the bleachers in the gym. On either side of the group are their megaphones. The girl farthest to the right in the front row is Catherine Leaks. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Bethune-Cookman Wildcats cheerleaders
A black and white image of ten women and one male cheerleader posing at the 30 yard line during a Bethune-Cookman football game. The cheerleaders are on one knee and they are holding their pom-poms out. They are wearing sweaters and skirts; the male is in a pants uniform. At the top of the image, the marching band is visible, posed in two straight lines. At the right of the image the heads of spectators can be seen. On the back of the image is the stamp of the photographer.
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Bethune-Cookman Wildcats football game
A black and white photograph of the Bethune-Cookman football team tackling players of an opposing school's team. The players are wearing their team uniforms and leather helmets in the style of the 1940's. They are playing on a football field on campus. In the background can be seen the utility lights used to light the field, as well as the bleachers on the left and college buildings in the background. A referee is running toward the players on the right side of the image. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Bethune-Cookman Wildcats football game
A black and white image of football player number 82 running with the football during a game at the college. He is wearing a full football uniform and a helmet. He is holding a football in his left arm. On the back of the photograph is the stamp of the photographer.
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Bethune-Cookman Wildcats football game
A black and white image of the Wildcats football game in progress. Player number 42 is holding onto the ball and running upfield. The players are all wearing their uniforms, gear, and helmets. In the background of the image are bleachers. On the back of the image is a yearbook stamp and a stamp of the photographer's studio.
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Bethune-Cookman Wildcats football player Philip Hinson
A black and white image of football player Philip Hinson diving onto the ground at the college. He is jumping in the air with his arms out to his sides and his mouth open. He is wearing his football uniform. In the background can be seen trees and a goal post. His name is written on the back of the photo. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Bethune-Cookman Wildcats football players
A black and white image, badly faded, of three Bethune-Cookman football players posing on the grounds of the college. The player at the right is holding a football. All three men are wearing their uniforms. Trees can be seen in the background. A note at the bottom of the picture reads, "Florida Normal & Industrial Institute team in action at Bethune Cookman CC." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Bethune-Cookman Wildcats football players
A black and white image of five Bethune-Cookman football players in position right before a "snap" play. They are wearing their team uniforms with their numbers, as well as their helmets. A wooden set of bleachers can be seen behind them where spectators sit. In the background can be seen trees and unidentified buildings.
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Bethune-Cookman Wildcats Majorettes
A black and white image of the Wildcats Majorettes dance team and fellow female Bethune-Cookman students posing next to a decorated car. The Majorettes can be identified as the women wearing the white marching suits, tall white band hats, white boots, and carrying batons. The other women in the photograph are dressed in shirts and hats from Bethune-Cookman University. On the back of the car sit three women wearing dresses. An American flag flies above the back of the car. On the right side of the image, parked behind the decorated car is another car where men can be seen standing. They are also students from Bethune-Cookman, as evidenced by the back of a man's jacket that has the school's name and location on it. They are parked along a business district. The girls and their car is parked in front of the Robert City Studio, the same studio that took this photograph.
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Bethune-Cookman Wildcats marching band
A black and white image of the marching band performing on a football field. In the forefront of the image is a drum major, who is wearing a band hat, band uniform, and is carrying a scepter. On the front of his uniform is the letter "B". Lined up behind him, horizontally across the image, is the rest of the Bethune-Cookman band, who are also wearing band uniforms, hats, and gloves. They are holding their instruments, such as drums, trumpets, trombones, and tubas. Tall palm trees can also be seen in the image. On the back of the photo is the stamp of the photographer's studio.
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Bethune-Cookman Wildcats marching band
A black and white image of the Bethune-Cookman University marching band marching in a parade down a business disctrict street. They can be seen in the center of the photograph, wearing marching band uniforms and carrying their instruments. On either side of the street stands spectators. On the right side of the street are also tall palm trees. At the top of the image are strreet lights. In the background of the image are business buildings and a railroad crossing. At the left of the image is a building with an advertisement on its side that reads, "Station: Rosie O'Grady's Good Time Emporium." Based on this business, it is possible that this parade is taking place in Orlando, Florida, because Rosie O'Grady's was a business on Church Street Station in downtown Orlando. On the back of the photograph is the following note: "Marching band in a Homecoming parade 1960s." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Bethune-Cookman Wildcats marching band
A black and white image of the Bethune-Cookman marching band marching in lines down a street during a parade. They are all wearing band uniforms and some are carrying their instruments. On either side of the street are large crowds of spectators. On the back of the photograph is a yearbook photo stamp. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Bethune-Cookman Wildcats marching band
A black and white image of the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats marching band performing during a football game on campus. The band can be seen in formation in the center of the football field. They are wearing matching band uniforms and are carrying their instruments. Dancing in front of the marching band are women in costume, who make up the flag team. In the foreground and background of the image is the stadium seating where the spectators are sitting. Along the outer track of the football field are three vehicles-- a school bus, a police cruiser, and a station wagon. On the back of the photograph is the note, "Marching band and cheerleaders on football field, 1960s." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Bethune-Cookman Wildcats marching band
A black and white image of the Bethune-Cookman University marching band performing a show during a football game at the college. In the forefront of the image are is a male dancer dressed in constume that accompanies the band. Behind them, the band is lined up in formation. They are wearing matching band uniforms and are playing their instruments. In the background of the image are bleachers where spectators are sitting. On the back of the photograph is a stamp of the photographer's studio.