Howard Best Photograph Collection

Collection

Identifier: MG Nwk Best -(Digital)

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

Most of the photos are of school and education related subjects. Many show local Newark and New Jersey politicians and officials, as well as specific events in Newark, for example, the rededication of Lyons Avenue School at the Newark Museum in 2007, the opening of the new Science Park High in 2006, Teacher Innovation Grants in 2012 and the Weequahic High homecoming. The photos span at least three superintendents of schools: Marion Bolden (ret. 2008), Clifford Janey (2008-2011) and Cami Anderson (2011-2015). All three are prominent in the photos.

Dates

c. 2005 - 2015

Creator

Best, Howard (Person)

Conditions Governing Use

Commercial use of images is subject to service fees. We require that all images be credited to The Newark Public Library.

Biographical / Historical

Howard Best worked and lived in Newark since the age of 6. He attended South Side High School the New York School of Visual Arts.

Best worked as a Media Technician, Photographer and Audiovisual Specialist with Newark Public schools.

Mr. Best has also worked at Essex County College, Seton Hall University and the Urban League of Essex County. His work has been exhibited and his photos have been used in City News, the Star Ledger and other publications.