Exhibits features works of Little Rock photographer
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Updated: April 17, 2007
"Something For the Record: The Photographic Mission of Ralph W. Armstrong" continues through February at Mullins Library on campus.
Born in North Little Rock in 1925, Armstrong was a classically trained musician. After serving in the Navy in World War II, he turned his interests to photography and operated a studio in Chicago until 1951.
After returning to Little Rock, Armstrong worked as a mail carrier in the city for 37 years while also maintaining his photography business.
He took countless individual and group portraits of African American judges and college presidents, doctors and preachers, professional and civic associations, school groups and fraternities.
He also photographed scores of African-American homes, churches, and schools - many just before their demolition.
Photos in the exhibit are on loan from the Old State House Museum. For more information, call (479) 575-6702.
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