Robert S. and Lillie Mae Green photograph and film collection

Collection

Identifier: 409

Staff Only

Content Description

Robert Sylvester Green I was an amateur New Orleans photographer during the 1950s-1970s. He was also a member of the International Longshoremen's Association. This collection consists of photographs, negatives, and film that document New Orleans life and culture in the 20th century. Subjects include Mardi Gras Balls, Xavier University (New Orleans) and Dillard football games, Ebony Fashion Fair, and Green family gatherings.

Dates

Other: 1955-1990

Creator

Green, Robert S., I (Robert Sylvester) (Person)

Extent

27.00 items (Original donation consists of 16 mm and 8 mm films of a Mardi Gras Ball, Xavier University (New Orleans) and Dillard football games, and Green family gatherings.)

3.00 Linear Feet (Additional donation to the Robert S. and Lillie Mae Green photograph and film collection consists mainly of 65mm black and white negatives, which are organized either chronologically or alphabetically by individual or organization name. The collection also contains some photographic prints, possibly of some of the negatives. The prints and negatives document New Orleans African American families, Ebony Fashion Shows, debutante balls, and social clubs and organizations.)