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Female students read during science class
A black and white image of female students sitting at desks in a classroom. They are all reading different types of materials. A female teacher can be seen standing next to one of the students, speaking to her. On the back wall of the image is artwork that has been taped to a blackboard, depicting pictures of birds, animals, insects, and other nature scenes. A series of posters at the right of the image are titled, "Our America." The class is identified as science class.
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Female students socializing
A black and white image of African American female students socializing in a dorm room. At the right of the image, two sets of two female students sit opposite each other at a table. Two of the girls are getting manicures on their fingernails from the other girls. At the left of the image, a woman is dressing the hair of a female student seated in a chair. They appear to be talking to each other. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Female students work in a cabbage field
A black and white image of female students working out in a cabbage patch on Bethune-Cookman University's campus. The students are wearing long dresses and bonnets, and are each carrying a hoe. They are spread out amongst the cabbage patch. In the background of the image can be seen trees. This image is a photograph of the original photograph. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Female student uses libary card catalog
A black and white image of a female student, dressed in a button-shirt and suit jacket, using the card catalog in the school's library. The wall of the catalog can be seen around her. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Female student walks to class
A black and white image of an unidentified African American female student walking on the sidewalk to class. She is wearing a suit jacket and skirt, and a scarf around her neck. She is carrying her school books in her hand. On the pages of the book is written, "Wilson." She is carrying her purse on her right shoulder. On the back of the photograph is a yearbook photo stamp. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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First library building
A black and white image of the first library building on the campus at Bethune-Cookman University. The library is the white building at the left of the image, behind a larger, unidentified building. The library has paned windows and a shingled roof. A chimney can be seen on the exterior of the building. A person is walking down the stairs out of the front of the building. The library building is built in the middle of a field which has many puddles, indicating recent rain. Off in the distance at the right of the image is an unidentified rectangular white building. Behind that can be seen many trees. Continuing left can be seen goal posts in a small football field, and above the trees, utility poles and a water tower. In the forefront of the image can partially be seen a dirt road. A pickup truck can be seen parked in front of the unidentified tall building at the left of the image. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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First Street, Sanford, Florida
Postcard image which depicts First Street in Sanford, Florida. A business in the left foreground is named the Victory Bar. In the left background of the image is the Sanford Atlantic National Bank building. A drugstore business on the right side of the image advertises Coca-Cola drinking sodas. Automobiles can be seen parked along the sides of the road and driving down the main thoroughfare. A woman can be seen walking to a building at the extreme right of the image.
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Flagler Hall, Stetson University, DeLand, Fl.
Stetson University's Science Hall (later Flagler Hall) under construction.
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Flagler Hall, Stetson University, DeLand, Fl.
Stetson University's Science Hall (later Flagler Hall) under construction. Front entrance shown.
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Flagler Hall, Stetson University, DeLand, Fl.
Stetson University's Science Hall (later Flagler Hall) just after completion. Taken from the southeast.
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Flagler Hall, Stetson University, DeLand, Fl.
Stetson University's Flagler Hall entrance with Museum sign out front.
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Flora B. Curtis Hall and White Hall
A black and white image of Curtis Hall and White Hall with a group of African American men and boys conversing and riding bicycles. At the right of the image is White Hall, a two-story brick building with a columned entrance. A sign on the entrance reads "White Hall." Men are gathered on the steps of White Hall, watching boys ride bicycles. Two of the men gathered by the steps on sitting on their bicycles. Parked to the right of White Hall is a car. To the left of White Hall is Flora B. Curtis Hall, a dormitory for girls. This building also has a brick edifice and a columned entranceway. The entranceway has a sign on the roof which reads "Flora B. Curtis Hall." Many trees can be seen in the photograph. On the back of the image is written, "Bldg ext; White Hall Administration bldg." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Florence Roane, Cleo Higgins, and M. Divers
A black and white image of Florence Roane, Cleo Higgins, and M. Divers, standing together at Bethune-Cookman College. Roane, left, is wearing a patterned dress and has her right hand in her pocket. Cleo Higgins, center, is wearing a white dress. M. Divers, left, is wearing a pearl necklace, dress, and is holding a handbag and papers in her left hand. On the back of the image is the identifcation of who is in the photo, as well as a yearbook stamp. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Florence Roane, Evelyn Sharp, and guests
A black and white image of Dr. Florence Roane, left, and Evelyn Sharp, middle, with three other unidentified faculty members at a gathering at Bethune-Cookman University. Florence Roane is wearing a dress jacket and hair band, and a pearl neckalce. She has a corsage pinned to her left shoulder. Evelyn Sharp is sitting to the right of her, and she is also wearing a double-strand pearl necklace and dress. On the table before them are flower arrangements and wrapped gifts. To the right of them is a group of four people, three women and one man, who are talking with each other. Their identities are not known. Behind them can be seen a stage. On the back of the photograph are the names of the persons in the photo, as well as the date. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Florence Roane instructs a class
A black and white image of Dr. Florence Roane, standing, instructing a group of African American and Caucasian male and female students sitting at tables. Dr. Roane is standing in front of a wall of bookscases holding books. She is wearing a suit jacket and skirt. Sitting at the tables in front of her are students with a variety of books and handbags. A door to the left has a sign on it reading, "Conference Room." On the back of the photograph is typed, "Dr. Florance Roane, Mar 8 1972, Photo by Jay Langley."
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Florence Roane, Mary McLeod Bethune, Richard V. Moore
A black and white photograph of Dr. Florence Roane, an unknown female, Mary McLeod Bethune, and Dr. Richard V. Moore. The photograph was taken at a birthday celebration for Mary McLeod Bethune. Standing at the left is Dr. Florence Roane wearing a floral dress; to the right of her is an unknown woman, who is also wearing a dress and a headwrap. Standing to the right of her is Mary McLeod Bethune, who is wearing a light-colored dress, a broach, and a pearl necklace. At the right of the image is Dr. Richard V. Moore, who became president of Bethune-Cookman College in 1947. He is wearing a tuxedo and bowtie. The four of them are standing behind a table covered in a lace tablecloth, upon which sits lit candles and a birthday cake. On the back of the image is written "Mary McLeod Bethune, Florence Roane, Pres. Richard Moore and Friend, 78th birthday celebration." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Florence Roane with Fla. Methodist Association members
A black and white image of Florence Roane, right, wearing a flannel suit and skirt, conversing with two men from Florida Southern College. The men are wearing tweed suits and ties. The man in the center of the group is holding a book. Florence Roane is holding a much smaller book in her hands as well. On the back of the photograph is her name, as well as a stamp that reads, "Methodist Information, Fla. So. College, Lakeland, Fla." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Florence Roane with Keyser Elementary School students
A black and white image of Dr. Florence Roane, standing at the right with her arms crossed in front of her in a striped dress, and school children from Keyser Elementary. The children range in age from toddlers to young teenagers. They are posed in a group in front of a microphone with the letters "WROD" on the front. Written on the back of the photo is the note, "1950s; Florence L. Small (Roane) and Keyser Elem. students." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Florence Roane with Volusia County teachers
A black and white image of Dr. Florence Roane with Volusia County teachers on the campus of Bethune-Cookman University. The teachers are African American and Caucasian men and women. The men are wearing button-up shirts and ties, and the women are wearing a variety of styles of dresses. Florence Roane and the woman to her left are holding onto a clipboard and looking down at it. From left to right: David Staples, unknown, Marian Nichols, unknown, unknown, Florence Roane, unknown, unknown, Geneva Loper, Madelyn Young, unknown, and unknown. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Florida Agriculture and Mechanical University basketball team photograph
A black and white image of the Florida Agricultural and Metropolitan University (FAMU) basketball team posing in the gymnasium. They are wearing matching basketball uniforms. Kneeling, left to right: David Wright, Clarence Allen, Charles Estes, Robert Calloway, Robert Martin. Standing, left to right: Dennis Jackson, Willie Tarver, Ernest Jones, Fred Robbins, Bennie Robbins, Aldred Lawson, Larry Bowens. On the back of the photograph is a stamp that reads, "Received Jan 26 11:45 AM '68. Office of Public Relations, Florida A & M University, Tallahassee, Florida." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Florida baseball player
A Florida baseball player standing at a baseball field. A wooden fence can be seen behind him, as well as other players. He is wearing a jersey with the words Chero Cola across the front. The person in the photograph is unidentified.
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Florida baseball player
A Florida baseball player standing at bat at home plate. A wood fence can be seen behind him. The person in the photograph is unidentified.
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Florida Gifts.
Color postcard of Florida Gifts in DeLand, Fla. owned by Roger and Doreen Alling. The gift and fuit shop was known as a tourist attraction unto itself, located on highway 17/92. Postcard published by the Dexter Photo Service.
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Florida Land and Colonization Company Building, ca. 1900s
Photograph from the upper veranda of Jefferson C. Ensminger's photography studio, looking out at the Sanford waterfront on Lake Monroe. The designs of the porch roof and railing can be seen in the foregound of the photograph. At the extreme right of the image is the multi-story Welborne Block, later known as the Valdez Hotel. To the left of that building is a two-storey wood-frame building with the words "Florida Land and Colonization Company" painted on the side. On the lake, at the center of the photograph, is the steamer "City of Jacksonville". On the bank on the river are two early automobiles. On the back of the photograph is written, "at foot of Park Ave., City of Jacksonville".
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Florida Sanitarium.
Black-and-white photograph of patients being bathed and cared for by nurses at the Florida Sanitarium, Orlando, Fla.
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Florida Sanitarium.
Black-and-white photographs of the Florida Sanitarium, Orlando, Fla.and as seen across Lake Estelle.
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Florida sanitarium and hospital, Orlando, Florida.
Colorized photographic postcards: of a citrus grove, the sunroom of the sanatorium, and 2 outside photos of the Florida Sanitarium and Hospital in Orlando, Florida. Printed on reverse side: The Florida Sanitarium and Hospital is one of the 40 like Institutions conducted by the Seventh-Day Adventist Church. Service scientific and efficient. Equipment modern. Location ideal,and-overlooking beautiful Lake Estelle, 2 andandandand miles from Orlando, on the Dixie Highway. Climate delightful, cool in summer, warm in winter.
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Florida's Big Tree
Postcard image of the "Big Tree" in Sanford, Florida. The front of the postcard depicts the tree with the fence around its trunk. The back of the postcard provides a description of the tree, its dimensions, and its location near Sanford.
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Florida second grade teacher's certificate.
Teacher's Certificate given to C.A. Hamilton to teach second grade in Orange County, Florida for two years signed by J.L. Beeks, and dated May 21, 1894. Certificate also lists C.A. Hamilton's scores on teacher's examination. The certificate was printed by the Morning News Lith.and Savannah, Georgia.
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Florida's Famous Fountain at Night, Stetson University, DeLand, Fl.
Used color postcard of the Holler Fountain at Stetson University. "Holler Fountain is really beautiful by night when the sparkling jets of water are brilliantly illuminated. colored lighting system changes constantly including all of the colors of the rainbow. Previously at both New York and Chicago World's Fairs. Don't Miss It!" - back of postcard. Two cent Adams stamp canceled August 28, 1952.
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Florida State Senate group shot
Members of the Florida State Senate sit on the steps of the capitol building in Tallahassee. Stetson President Lincoln Hulley seated back row, center left, with large smile.
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Forum of students and community
A black and white image of a forum held for students and the community in Thomas White Hall. In the foreground of the image are seated rows of African American and Caucasian men and women. Empty chairs can be seen to the left and right of the image. The men are wearing suits and the women coats and dresses. On the stage are students standing on the bleachers, as well as a female students seated at a piano. Theater curtains hang from the stage. An American flag is also attached to the side of the stage. To the left and right of the audience can be seen the large windows covered with blinds. Above the stage is a statement stamped to the wall, "Our Whole School for Christian Service." On the back of the image is written, "Forum of Students and people of the community, including white people- Bethune Cookman College." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Founder's Day celebration
A black and white image of preparations for the Founder's Day celebration. The image depicts spectators and the parade preparing to walk down a street near the Bethune-Cookman campus. In the forefront of the image, standing on the sidewalk, is Mary McLeod Bethune. She is wearing a patterned dress, eyeglasses, and is holding onto a cane. She is quite elderly. To the left of her are three African American men who are wearing suits and are standing near a car with its door open. To the right of them standing on the sidewalk are two African American boys wearing matching suits. To the right of the two boys is a cluster of a small group of African American school children, most likely from Keiser Elementary. There are two cars parked along the near side of the road. Standing in the road is a marching band with a variety of instruments and also a drum major to lead them. The instruments are tubas, trombones, trumpets, tubas, drums, and piccolos. Along the far side of the road are a crowd of spectators standing along the sidewalk. Cars are also parked along the far side of the road. The foundation of an unknown building can also be seen at the top of the image, as well as trees. On the back of the image is written in pencil, "Celebratory Founder's Day; Oct. 4, 1949." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Founder's Day pilgrimage
A black and white photograph of the faculty and students from Bethune-Cookman University making the annual pilgrimage, which occurred around October 4 of each year, to the original site where Mary McLeod Bethune established her school. In the center of the photograph, leading the procession, is an African American male carrying a large American flag and wearing a suit. To the right of him is Mary McLeod Bethune, who is wearing a dark suit, white stockings, and is walking with a cane. To the right of her is another male student carrying a school flag. Behind them are two African American women, one of whom who is wearing the white school uniform. Behind them is the marching band/orchestra, who are all African American men wearing tuxedoes. They are carrying a variety of instruments, including trombones, cymbals, French horns, drums, tubas, and trumpets. They are marching along a dirt road running along Bethune-Cookman property. The street is lined in palm trees. In the distance at the right of the photograph, through the trees, can be seen a tall three-story building with a columned entrance. This building is believed to be Cookman Hall. To the left of the building is another white building. At the left of the image is a two-story building with a front porch. On the front porch is a sign that is partially visible and reads, "School --." Hanging from the second floor of this house is an American flag. Parked along the road are two cars. A man can be seen standing in between them, resting his hand on the headlight of the car to the right. Standing on the sidewalk behind the car to the left is another woman in a coat and hat. On the back of the photograph is written in pencil, "Annual pilgrimage to the cottage where President Bethune started her program of school-building in Daytona Beach; Pres. Bethune, Release no. 38, File no. 1." The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Fountain at Eola Park, Orlando Florida : "The City Beautiful."
Color postcard of Lake Eola, Orlando, Fla. Front: photo of Lucerne Circle. Back: blank message side with information describing Edward's Park on Lake Ivanhoe, largest of Orlando's 33 lakes. Postcard published by Central cigar and Tobacco Co.and Orlando, Florida. Photography by Tichnor Quality Views, Boston, Mass.
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Four Stetson University students with Chaudoin Hall in the background
Four Stetson University students (class of 1897) standing on campus with Chaudoin Hall in the background.
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Frances B. Keyser with school children
A black and white image of the school children of Keyser Elementary posing with the school's founder, Frances B. Keyser. Keyser Elementary was a part of Bethune-Cookman University for many years. Frances B. Keyser can be seen sitting in the first row all the way at the right of the image, in a long-sleeved white shirt and long skirt. The students are posing on the steps of White Hall, of which the brick exterior, white columned entrance, and sign, "White Hall," can be seen in this photograph. The students are very young, ranging in age from toddlers to young teenagers. They are all wearing the school uniform of the time: a white shirt, a tie, skirts for the girls and pants for the boys, as well as stockings and boots. An unidentified woman is seated in the first row at the left. A woman can be seen standing in the window on the first floor at the left of the image. The photographer of the image is unknown.
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Fraternity
A black and white photo of a group of fraternity members kneeling on the ground near a mock headstone and burial on Bethune-Cookman's campus. They are doing a "victory prayer." They have constructed a headstone, a pile of sand, and stuck two shoes at the end of the pile of dirt to make is appear as if a body has been buried. The headstone read "Fam-Rats died XI - XIX - LXVI (11-19-1966)." The "Fam-Rats" is probably a reference to the Florida A&M Universty (FAMU) team. The five fraternity members are kneeling with their hands making a "prayer" symbol. They are each wearing hats that have Greek letters on the front, but it's unknown what fraternity is represented. On the back of the photograph is the stamp of the photographer's studio.
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Freshmen march in Homecoming parade
A black and white image of the Freshmen class of Bethune-Cookman University marching in a parade in Daytona Beach. The freshmen are African American men and women and are all wearing white shirts. Some of the freshmen are wearing sunglasses. One of the freshmen is carrying a sign which reads "We are Green Freshmen." Another student is carrying a sign that reads, "Freshman Class 1967." The group is marching down the middle of the street, lined on both sides with spectators. On the right side of the image the spectators are sitting on an elevated ledge. The spectators on the left side of the road are standing in front of a building. On the outside of the building is a telephone booth. In front of the freshman class can be seen two trumpet players from the marching band. Behind the freshmen, in the background of the image, can be seen a float with women standing on top in white dresses. On the left side across from this float, there is a sign that says, "Blacks." Behind that is a sign for a gas station that says "Phillips 66." The parade stretches off into the distance. On the back of the photograph is the stamp of the photographer, which includes the address and the phone number for the studio. There is also a yearbook stamp which reads, "Page no. 253, Pix. no. 5, Order 3718-68." Written in blue ink is, "#5, Homecoming Parade." Written in pencil is the date, 1968.
