Floyd Coleman papers, 1954-2017, bulk 1980s-2000s

Collection Information

Size: 8.1 Linear feet

Summary: The papers of African American art historian, educator, and painter, Floyd Coleman, measure 8.1 linear feet and date from 1954 to 2017 with the bulk of the material dating from the 1980s to the 2000s. The collection contains biographical material; correspondence; writings, including drafts of essays and lectures; material related to his professional activities, including teaching files, files related to the National Conference of Artists, project files, and other files related to his professional life; artist and subject files; printed material; and a small amount of photographic material. The collection also contains audiovisual material and born-digital records.

Biographical/Historical Note

Floyd Coleman (1939-2018) was an African American art historian, painter, and educator in Washington, D.C. He was the chair of the art department at Howard University and organized the James A. Porter Colloquium on African American Art.

Provenance

The collection was donated in 2019 by Floyd Coleman, Jr., Floyd Coleman's son.

Language Note

English .

Funding Note

Funding for the processing of this collection was provided by the Henry Luce Foundation.