Queer History Symposium at Gerber/Hart

Join us for Gerber/Hart’s first Queer History Symposium on Saturday, October 5th, from 9 AM to 5 PM! This full day symposium will highlight artists, researchers, students, and community members who have utilized Gerber/Hart’s collections in the past year.

Opening remarks and reading room exhibit unveiling from Antonio D. Santos at Gage Park Latinx Council.

Closing remarks by historian John D’Emilio.

Panel discussions on Chicago Queer Religious History, Early AIDS activism, Rural Lesbian Life, Queer Academic Resistance, and more. Full program to come soon.

Tickets are limited and on a sliding scale basis. Lunch and coffee provided. Additional details to come soon - secure your tickets now!

Sliding Scale Ticket Pricing:

Ticket prices are set to allow us to cover honorariums for speakers and provide lunch, coffee, and other amenities throughout the day. As a small, LGBTQ+ non-profit organization we appreciate any support you are able to provide to help us to continue our mission of collecting, preserving, and making accessible the LGBTQ+ history of Chicago and the Midwest.

• $50 standard pricing
• $30 subsidized tickets - these are limited and intended for students and lower-income patrons

Please choose the payment option that is most comfortable for you

Accessibility

Gerber/Hart is located on the second floor of 6500 N Clark Street. There is an elevator as well as stairs available.

Questions?

For questions about the event, please contact Jen Dentel ([email protected])

Host or Publisher Gerber/Hart Library and Archives