Dr. Benjamin Spock, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and Monsignor Rice of Pittsburgh march in the Solidarity Day Parade at the United Nations Building - Associated Artworks

The image shows an outdoor scene from a slightly elevated point of view. A man in a suit is on a sidewalk, with a stone wall in the foreground. Parked vintage cars line the horizon beyond trees and a curving road. The background is filled with tall trees casting dappled shadows. Two people are walking beyond the wall. The image is black and white, with sharp details, clear lines, and high contrast between light and shadow.

In the front yard of his Atlanta home, Dr. King takes time out for a game of catch with his sons

Benedict J. Fernandez

c. 1967-1968, printed 1989

Gelatin silver print Accession ID 2016.22.95.1

Not on view

Countdown to Eternity: Photographs of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., in the1960s

Benedict J. Fernandez

c. 1967-1968, printed 1989

Porfolio of 12 gelatin silver prints Accession ID 2016.22.95.1-12

Not on view

This is an image of an office space with a large bookshelf filled with books, trophies, a wooden desk with paperwork and books, and various decorations on the walls.

Dr. King in his office at the Southern Christian Leadership Conference Headquarters in Atlanta

Benedict J. Fernandez

c. 1967-1968, printed 1989

Gelatin silver print Accession ID 2016.22.95.2

Not on view

The image shows a man's upper body, focusing on his face and shoulders. He is leaning slightly forward, turning his head to his left, with his gaze directed towards the camera. The man has a distinct facial structure with a broad nose and full lips. He has short, closely cropped hair. He is wearing a formal suit jacket with a white dress shirt underneath and a patterned tie. Another person's head is partially visible in the foreground and there are indistinct figures in the background. The photograph is black and white, with the background out of focus.

While he was surrounded by the crowd before his speech at the United Nations

Benedict J. Fernandez

April 1967, printed 1989

Gelatin silver print Accession ID 2016.22.95.3

Not on view

This image shows a group of people standing closely together in a public setting. Among them is a figure in the center, surrounded by individuals with various clothing styles. One person is wearing a military uniform, while others have hats and glasses on. A woman in the foreground wears a coat and a turtleneck with short, curly hair. In the background, there are empty folding chairs arranged in rows. The setting appears to be outdoor, with a hint of a possible American flag design visible in the lower edge fabric.

Surrounded by supporters, advisors, and security personnel, Dr. King, Jr. prepares for his speech at the United Nations

Benedict J. Fernandez

April 1967, printed 1989

Gelatin silver print Accession ID 2016.22.95.4

Not on view

The image depicts a dining room scene with people seated around a table. The dining table is covered with a white tablecloth and set with dishes and glasses. A man in a dark suit and tie sits at the head of the table, with a woman across from him. Other individuals, including a woman with medium-length hair and a child drinking from a cup, are seen around the table. The background includes a china cabinet filled with dishes, curtains framing a window, and diffused light entering the room.

Dr. King enjoys lunch with his family after church in Atlanta

Benedict J. Fernandez

c. 1967-1968, printed 1989

Gelatin silver print Accession ID 2016.22.95.5

Not on view

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in the crowd at the United Nations

Benedict J. Fernandez

April 1967, printed 1989

Gelatin silver print Accession ID 2016.22.95.7

Not on view

This is a photograph of a large indoor gathering focused on a stage. The venue is crowded with attendees facing the stage, which is equipped with microphones and electronic equipment. A banner on the stage reads "NEW POLITICS IN 68 AND BEYOND" alongside an American flag. There are cameras and technical personnel present, and the image is in black and white, highlighting the audience's attention towards the stage.

Dr. King addresses the New Politics Convention at the Chicago Coliseum

Benedict J. Fernandez

October 1967, printed 1989

Gelatin silver print Accession ID 2016.22.95.8

Not on view

The image shows a group of people with a focus on a choir on the main level. The choir members are standing in rows wearing dark robes with light-colored collars. Behind them is a platform with a man in a suit standing by a podium. Above the choir is a circular stained glass depicting a religious figure, and below it is a large cross. The setting seems to be inside a church or similar venue with a dark curtain in the background. The room has a high ceiling and rectangular vents on the wall.

Dr. King at the pulpit of Ebenezer Baptist Church, Atlanta, addressing his congregation

Benedict J. Fernandez

November 1967, printed 1989

Gelatin silver print Accession ID 2016.22.95.9

Not on view

This is a photograph of two protest signs held against a white backdrop. The first sign reads "HONOR KING: END RACISM!" and the second sign reads "UNION JUSTICE NOW!". Both placards feature bold, black text on a white background. The setting appears to show an urban area with a tiled or brick pavement.

Memphis, Tennessee

Benedict J. Fernandez

April 1968, printed 1989

Gelatin silver print Accession ID 2016.22.95.10

Not on view

The image shows a group of people gathered closely together, mostly depicted from the waist up. In the foreground, there is a man with short, closely-cropped hair wearing a striped shirt, appearing to be leaning slightly forward with his arm extended. Beside him, there is a young woman with a neat bob haircut who is wearing a buttoned coat, her expression is focused and downward-looking. Next to her, there is a young boy with short, neatly trimmed hair, wearing a similar coat and looking intently at something in front of him. A young girl can be seen peeking between the young woman and the boy, her mouth slightly open as she looks forward. In front of the group, there is an open casket, with a man's face visible, his eyes closed in repose. The background features a blurred arrangement of floral displays.

Dr. King's children view his body lying in state, Sister's Chapel, Spellman College, Atlanta

Benedict J. Fernandez

April 1968, printed 1989

Gelatin silver print Accession ID 2016.22.95.11

Not on view

The image shows a person in a suit standing behind a cluster of microphones, facing slightly to the right. They have a clean-shaven face, short, neatly combed hair, and strong facial features. The person is wearing a suit with a dress shirt and tie. In the background, an American flag is blurred.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. addresses the crowd outside the United Nations

Benedict J. Fernandez

April 1967, printed 1989

Gelatin silver print Accession ID 2016.22.95.12

Not on view

Artworks associated with “Dr. Benjamin Spock, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and Monsignor Rice of Pittsburgh march in the Solidarity Day Parade at the United Nations Building”

In the front yard of his Atlanta home, Dr. King takes time out for a game of catch with his sons

In the front yard of his Atlanta home, Dr. King takes time out for a game of catch with his sons

Countdown to Eternity: Photographs of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., in the1960s

Countdown to Eternity: Photographs of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., in the1960s

Dr. King in his office at the Southern Christian Leadership Conference Headquarters in Atlanta

Dr. King in his office at the Southern Christian Leadership Conference Headquarters in Atlanta

While he was surrounded by the crowd before his speech at the United Nations

While he was surrounded by the crowd before his speech at the United Nations

Surrounded by supporters, advisors, and security personnel, Dr. King, Jr. prepares for his speech at the United Nations

Surrounded by supporters, advisors, and security personnel, Dr. King, Jr. prepares for his speech at the United Nations

Dr. King enjoys lunch with his family after church in Atlanta

Dr. King enjoys lunch with his family after church in Atlanta

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in the crowd at the United Nations

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in the crowd at the United Nations

Dr. King addresses the New Politics Convention at the Chicago Coliseum

Dr. King addresses the New Politics Convention at the Chicago Coliseum

Dr. King at the pulpit of Ebenezer Baptist Church, Atlanta, addressing his congregation

Dr. King at the pulpit of Ebenezer Baptist Church, Atlanta, addressing his congregation

Memphis, Tennessee

Memphis, Tennessee

Dr. King's children view his body lying in state, Sister's Chapel, Spellman College, Atlanta

Dr. King's children view his body lying in state, Sister's Chapel, Spellman College, Atlanta

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. addresses the crowd outside the United Nations

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. addresses the crowd outside the United Nations

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