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Mary McLeod Bethune

A black and white image of an original signed autograph portrait of Mary McLeod Bethune. Bethune is standing next to an oversized chair and is wearing a long black dress with a long string of pearls. Her right hand is resting on the arm of the chair. The original autographed portrait had been signed by Mary McLeod Bethune and reads, "To Mary with Love, Mary McLeod Bethune." The signature of the photographer of the original image is also on the front of the picture. The image is printed on Kodak Royal paper.

Mary McLeod Bethune

A black and white picture of an original portrait painting done of Mary McLeod Bethune. She is sitting on a chair, and is leaning with her right hand under her chin. Her left hand rests in her lap, and she is wearing a ring on her left ring finger and wrist watch. She is dressed in a long-sleeved dress. On the back of the image is written, "Mrs. Bethune 1915; Bethune-Cookman College." The photographer's stamp is also on the back of the photograph.

Mary McLeod Bethune

A black and white portrait Mary McLeod Bethune. The portrait consists of her head and shoulders. The photograph is of her profile. She is wearing a dark shirt and a white tie with a bead or pearl around her neck. On the back of the image is written in pencil, "Pres. Bethune Release no. 4, file no. 1.; 1910 approx." The photographer of the image is unknown.

Mary McLeod Bethune

A black and white portrait of Mary McLeod Bethune, president-emeritus of Bethune-Cookman University. This photo was taken when Bethune was very young, most likely in the early 1900s. She is wearing a dress which is made of both cloth and lace, with a button-up skirt. Her left hand is placed in her lap, and a ring can be seen on her left ring finger. Her right hand is resting on a book, which is sitting on a table. She is sitting on an ornately carved chair. She is wearing a pin on her shirt. On the back of the image is written, "1895-1910; Dr. Bethune as a young woman abt 30-35 years old." The photographer of the image is unknown.

Mary McLeod Bethune, Eleanor Roosevelt, Patricia Bethune (granddaughter)

A color photograph of Mary McLeod Bethune and Eleanor Roosevelt walking with other women and Patricia Bethune. Mary McLeod Bethune can be seen at the left of the image, wearing a large hat and a three-button suit and skirt. Eleanor Roosevelt is directly to the right, wearing a white hat and a brown dress. Patricia Bethune, Mrs. Bethune's great-granddaughter, can be seen in the foreground of the image. Behind Bethune and Roosevelt follows a group of women. On the back of the image is written, "Mrs. Bethune, Mrs. Roosevelt, g. granddaughter Patricia Bethune, 1952." The photographer of the image is unknown.

Mary McLeod Bethune poses with entire staff and student body

A black and white image of the entire student body and staff posing on the steps in front of McLeod Hospital. At the top of the image, the front porch, plants, and front door of the hospital is visible. Standing at the top of the stairs are the eldest students, African American women and men who are wearing the school uniforms at the time. The women are wearing white dresses and large bows in their hair. The men are wearing suits. Standing at the bottom of the stairs are the youngest school children, boys and girls who are also wearing the school uniforms. At the left of the image is a standing group of five African American men and women. Mary McLeod Bethune is the fifth person from the left in this small group. She is wearing a white dress and is standing to the left of a potted plant. At the farthest right of the image is Frances Reynolds Keyser, who is standing underneath a tree behind a female student. She was the founder of Keyser Elementary School. This photograph is a reprint of an original image. Written on the back of the photograph is, "Mary McLeod Bethune, her teaching staff, and the students of her co-educational Daytona Beach School pose on the steps of Faith Hall. Credit: Carl Swisher Library, Bethune-Cookman College." The photographer of the image is unknown.

Mary McLeod Bethune and the National Council of Negro Women

A black and white image of members of the National Council of Negro Women posing with Mary McLeod Bethune on the steps of Harrison Rhodes Hall at Bethune-Cookman's campus. Mrs. Bethune is standing in the center of the photograph, first row. She is wearing a checkered suit jacket and skirt, and is holding a rolled-up piece of paper in her hand. The remaining women standing with her are unknown. They are wearing suit jackets or dresses, and are holding handbags. A student can be seen exiting through the building's front door. Behind them is a sign which reads, "Welcome." The photographer of the image is unknown.

Mary McLeod Bethune and the Graduating Class of 1930

A black and white image of African American men and women posing on the steps of Thomas White Hall. The brick exterior and columned entrance can be seen around them. The photo is of the two-year graduating college class of 1930, consisting of six women and eight men. They are wearing academic robes, graduation caps, and tassels. In the first row, center, is President Mary McLeod Bethune, also wearing academic robes, a cap, and tassel. A woman in matching skirt and jacket is standing at the far left with a purse. At the time this photo was taken, Bethune-Cookman University was a junior college. On the back of the photo is the stamp of the photographer.

Mary McLeod Bethune, Madam Pandit, and Eleanor Roosevelt

A black and white image of First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, left, Madam Pandit (Indian Ambassador to the United States), center, and Mary McLeod Bethune, right. They are all wearing dark-colored dress, and Bethune and Roosevelt are wearing pearl necklaces. They are sitting next to each other in front of a curtain. The image was printed on the back of a postcard advertising, "The Bethune-Cookman College Mary McLeod Bethune Fine Arts Center invites you to the reception of 'Bethune-Cookman College Celebrates Black History with the Portraits of Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune'; Reception January 18, 1998, Mary McLeod Bethune Fine Arts Center, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm; January 18, 1998 - February 23, 1998, Harvey W. Lee, Jr. Memorial Gallery, Museum Hours Monday - Friday 10:00-12:00 Noon - 1:00 - 4:00 pm." The photographer of the image is unknown.

Mary McLeod Bethune

A black and white photo of Mary McLeod Bethune standing in front an unknown building, next to a column. She is wearing a pearl necklace, a dress that ties at the waste, and heeled shoes. She is leaning on a cane with her right hand, with her left arm behind her back. On the back of the image is written in pencil, "Dr. Bethune mid 1920s." The photographer of the image is unknown.

Mary McLeod Bethune

A black and white portrait of Mary McLeod Bethune which includes her head and shoulders. She is wearing a two-strand pearl necklace and a large broach on the front of her dark dress. On the front of the image is embossed, "Shelburne, N.Y." Also written on the front in ink is "Mrs. Bethune - 1934."

Mary McLeod Bethune

A black and white image of Mary McLeod in her sitting room in her home. Mary McLeod Bethune is sitting on an arm chair. She is wearing a long-sleeved dress, and is leaning to her left, tuning her radio. A magazine rack is attached to the radio stand. There is an open book on her lap. At the left of the image is an end table with two books stacked on it, also with a lamp and lampshade. On the back of the image is written in pencil, "Mrs. Bethune in her sitting room, 1950." The photographer of the image is unknown.

Mary McLeod Bethune

A black and white image of Mary McLeod Bethune posing in her yard. This is reportedly the last known image of her. She is standing with her hands by her sides, and is wearing a white dress and white shoes. Behind her can be seen trees, and to the left, in the background, a white house (not hers). On the back of the image is written in pencil, "Mrs. Bethune in her yard, 1955." The photographer of the image is unknown.

Mary McLeod Bethune

A black and white portrait of Mary McLeod Bethune. She is seated on a chair with an open book in her lap. A ring can be seen on her left-hand ring finger. She is wearing a white dress and an overcoat that ties at the waist. She is wearing a three-strand pearl necklace and pearl earrings. On the back of the image is the photographer's stamp which includes address and phone number. A piece of paper that reads, "Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune - 1939" is also on the back.

Mary McLeod Bethune

A black and white image of Mary McLeod Bethune standing in front of Robert Burns' birthplace in Alloway, Scotland. The house and its thatched roof can be seen behind her. A concrete fixture and a sign can be seen to the left of her. Mary McLeod Bethune is wearing a hat, scarf, dress, overcoat, stockings, and is holding her purse in her left arm. Her right arm is behind her back. On the back of the photograph is written, "At Robert Burns birthplace ayr. Scotland, 1924." The photographer of the image is unknown.

Mary McLeod Bethune with Mary Church Terrell

A black and white image of Mary McLeod Bethune, left, and Mary Church Terrell, right. Mary Church Terrell was a writer and an internationally known civil and women's rights activist. She was the first black woman to serve on the Washington, D.C. Board of Education and was the first president of the National Association of Colored Women's Clubs. She was also a founding member of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). In this image, Mary McLeod Bethune can be seen shaking Mrs. Terrell's hand. Mrs. Bethune is wearing a dark colored dress and is holding a piece of paper in her left hand. Mrs. Terrell is on the right, and is wearing a dress and a corsage. In front of them is a microphone, and in the background can be seen an unidentified woman and a chair. On the back of the photograph is the stamp of the photographer's studio, as well as a note reading, "Mary Church Terrell, 1940's."

Mary McLeod Bethune Works In Her Office

A black and white photograph of the original photograph of Mary McLeod Bethune at work in her office in Thomas White Hall. Mrs. Bethune can be seen sitting at a desk with pen in hand, studying papers on her desk. There are chairs placed to the right of her and in front of the desk. There is window open at the right of the image. On the back wall can be seen a door and paintings. A wall unit has been built into the wall, which has trophies and books set on it. In the left corner of the room is a filing cabinet. The image is printed on Kodak paper. The photographer of the image is unknown.

Mary McLeod Bethune works in her office

A black and white image of Mary McLeod Bethune at work in her office. She is sitting at a desk which has numerous slots where papers have been organized. On top of the desk is a clock, a lamp which is lit, and a row of books which include a Bible and Webster's Dictionary. Wallpaper decorates the walls of the room. Hanging above the desk is a picture of Jesus Christ. Draperies cover the windows. To the left of the image is a mirror and vanity which reflects the contents of the room. On the back of the photograph is a statement by Harris & Ewing, publishers of the photograph.

Mary McLeod Bethune, William Dawson, Mary Lord, Harry Truman

A black and white image of Mary McLeod Bethune, left, shaking hands with President Harry S. Truman, right. Mrs. Bethune is wearing a dark-colored dress and a corsage. President Truman is wearing a three-piece suit. Observing the exchange is Congressman of Illinois William L. Dawson, who is standing next to Mary McLeod Bethune, and is wearing a three-button suit and a bow tie. Mrs. Mary Lord, United Nations representative, is standing just behind Dawson's shoulder. On the back of the image is the stamp of the photographer's studio, and is also written, "Mrs. Bethune, Congressman Wm. Dawson, Mrs. Mary Lord, U.N. Representative, Former president Harry S. Truman."

Mary McLeod with the Davidsons

A black and white photograph of Mary McLeod Bethune, center, posing with the Davidsons, in front of a building on Bethune-Cookman College's campus. Mrs. Davidson is on the left of Mrs. Bethune, and Mr. Davidsons is on the right of her. The Davidsons were ancestors of Tippen Davidson, Jr. (1925-2007) who owned the "Daytona News Journal" paper. Mrs. Davidson is wearing a skirt, suit jacket, and hat. Mary McLeod Bethune is wearing a long dress and overcoat. Mr. Davidson is wearing a suit and tie. Behind them can be seen bushes and a trellis. On the back of the photograph is written, "Mr. and Mrs. Davidson (ancestors of the late ""Tippin"" Davison)." The photographer of the image is unknown.

Portrait of Mary McLeod Bethune

Van Vechten, C., photographer. (1949) Portrait of Mary McLeod Bethune. , 1949. Apr. 6. [Photograph] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/2004662601/.

A young Mary McLeod Bethune. Photo: Emory University

MMB speaks February 19, 1943

Civil rights activist and president and founder of Bethune Cookman College, ca.1920s. Photo by Chicago History Museum/Getty Images