From Twilight to Sunshine: LGBTQ+ History in Maryland

Program Type:

Adult Learning, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, History & Genealogy, LGBTQIA+ Interest

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details

Before language existed to identify persons whose gender expression and/or sexuality were non-conforming, nineteenth and early twentieth century local newspapers offered tantalizing clues that all was not straight and narrow. A few decades later, the 1930s previewed the openness of recent times before giving way to a darker, more perilous era for LGBTQ+ people in the 1950s. After reviewing these twilight years, this program will look at the beginnings of the current movement toward LGBTQ+ visibility and rights.

 

Presented by Enoch Pratt Free Library and  Baltimore Heritage LGBTQ+ History Walking Tour Guides. 

American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters are available with advanced notice for library-sponsored programs. To schedule an interpreter, complete this request form at least one week prior to the event date. For questions, email programming@aacpl.net.