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Queer History Symposium

Queer History Symposium

Center on Halsted, 3656 N Halsted, Chicago, Illinois, 60613

3656 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60613

Saturday, October 3rd, 2026

9:00 AM

About This Event

A full-day deep dive into queer archives and activism, hosted by Gerber/Hart Library and Archives. Hear from curator Jack Schneider and historian John D'Emilio as artists, researchers, students, and community members share how they've used the library's collections to tell queer stories. Panel discussions cover Arts in the Archives, Archival Silences, Queer Road Trips, and more. $60.

Featuring: Jack Schneider, John D'Emilio

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Phone: (312) 847-8093

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