Take a behind-the-scenes look at this LGBTQ+ collections initiative at the DC History Center with the U.S. Naval Academy and Rainbow History Project.
This June, three interns from the U.S. Naval Academy are spending their days cataloging LGBTQ+ collections, including posters reading “No Glove, No Love” and “Someone in Your Life Is Gay.” On Tuesday, June 18, they’re coming to you live from the stacks at the DC History Center to share a few of their favorite items from the collection!
Continue your introverted pride celebration virtually and in-person at this special event. First, Hannah, Kinaree, and Rashiya will greet us on Zoom to give a behind-the-scenes look at the DC History Center collections spaces and some of their favorite LGBTQ+ materials. Then, they’ll join a live audience in the Kiplinger Research Library to talk more about the impact of this internship on their studies and future plans. During the event, connect with Rainbow History Project volunteers to get involved in their ongoing projects and future events, including an exhibit for 2025 World Pride taking place in Washington, DC.
Following the program, the DC History Center provides snacks in Memorial Hall to continue the conversation. Both the online and in-person events are FREE, but please note only the “from the stacks” portion of the event is on Zoom. In-person attendees will view this presentation via livestream in the Library. Registration is encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome.
BEHIND THE PROGRAM
For the last four years, the DC History Center and the Rainbow History Project have collaborated on this crash course in LGBTQ+ archives for U.S. Naval Academy interns. The students learn collections work and help make these archives more accessible to the public. The DC History Center is the archival home for the Rainbow History Project. Learn more about the program on our blog: “Building A Crash Course in Archives and LGBTQ+ DC Records.”
WHAT TO EXPECT?
5:15-5:30 Doors Open
5:30-6:00 “From the Stacks” (livestreamed to the in-person audience, Zoom link sent separately for online-only registrants)
6:00-6:45 KRL Program (in person only)
6:45-7:30 Community Time (in person only)
