Lesbian and Gay Richmond (Images of America: Virginia)
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| Rating | : | 4.78 (534 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0738553689 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 128 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-08-28 |
| Language | : | English |
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. These photographs were compiled by Alex Lorch, community outreach archivist at Virginia Commonwealth University Libraries, and Beth Marschak, a LGBT activist and founder of Richmond Lesbian-Feminists
A GREAT read on LGBT history in Richmond Wirt Confroy A GREAT read on LGBT history in Richmond, VA. Fascinating how LGBTQ Virginians maneuvered through the confines of society to connect, thrive and make substantial contributions to Richmond's community development and cultural growth. I appreciate Marschak's own involvement and perspective, making her the ideal author and collector of so many great stories. After you read the book, don't miss a great opportunity to get an RVA LGBT History Tour this September. []. Yes, Virginia, there are LGBTQ folk here! Who would have thought that there was so much LGBTQ history in Richmond, Virginia? Great photos are the basis of this amazing history book. It's not so surprising to see that LGBTQ activism was happening in Richmond at the same time as the rest of the country--beginning after the 1969 Stonewall revolt in NYC. What is surprising is the wealth of LGBTQ history in the area going back to colonial days. Of course, we have always been everywhere, but it is good to see some evidence! Perfect coffee table book you can go back to again and . History Girrl said Well researched image-based overview. Fascinating image-based overview of Richmond area LGBT history. Starts with Jamestown and continues to the present. Excellent research has turned up a number of well known Richmonders as well as many other interesting folks who are now revealed for us. Introduction does a good job of explaining the authors' approach. The pictures and images are compelling. Builds a good foundation for future researchers. Well worth reading for anyone interested in Richmond area history or LGBT history.
Lesbian and Gay Richmond presents a photographic showcase of the events, people, and places that have been a part of this history. Previously untold stories from the post–World War II era tell of the rise of the gay cafés in Richmond and the subsequent attempts by the authorities to shut their doors. Other images show how Richmond has a unique story to lend to the larger national LGBT history.. There are snapshots from the 1920s and 1930s when avant-garde and gay authors caroused and shared ideas in private homes. The history of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people in Richmond, Virginia, invokes a rich but uncelebrated past. From the first recorded sodomy prosecution in America in 1624 to the fight to repeal the “crimes against nature” laws, LGBTs have left their imprint on almost 400 years of history in the Old Dominion’s capital. Much like larger cities to the north and west of Richmond, the attempts to close these bars led to the first public protests in the late 1960s
This book isavailable at Phoenix Rising and stay tuned here for information on local book signings to be held in the fall. The photographs were compiled by Alex Lorch, community outreach archivist at VCU Libraries and Beth Marschak is a local LGBT activist and founder of Richmond Lesbian Feminists. There are snapshots from the 1920s and 1930s when avant-garde and gay authors caroused and shared ideas in private homes.Previously untold stories from the post–World War II era tell of the rise of the gay cafés in Richmond and the subsequent attempts by the authorities to shut their doors. Title: Lesbian and Gay Richmond - Now AvailableAuthor: Staff WriterPublisher: The LGBT Richmond ResourceDate: 7/18/2008In Lesbian and Gay Richmond, by Beth Marschak and Alex Lorch, the history of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) peop