The Stonewall National Museum, Archives, & Library (SNMAL) operates one of the leading gay archives in America and the Stonewall Library which remains the largest LGBTQ+ collection in the world, with over 30,000 LGBTQ+ books of fiction, non-fiction, biography, and art.
In the Archive, there are more than 2,700 linear feet of documents, totaling more than 6 million individual pages. Additionally, SNMAL has more than 2,000 objects of critical importance to gay history. Items from SNMAL regularly form an integral part of exhibitions nationwide.
STONEWALL EXHIBITION SERIES
Stonewall presents an annual series of exhibitions to showcase and promote LGBTQ+ history and culture. Stonewall offers 7-8 exhibitions annually. The exhibitions reflect the diversity, and many voices of the community and are designed to encourage dialog and understanding of the LGBTQ+ experience and promote community engagement. The information presented in these exhibitions is used as a catalyst for discussion, learning and thought.
All exhibitions and associated programs are free and open to the public with a goal to connect members of our community with a wide variety of ideas and perspectives. Curated talks accompany the exhibition openings. While exact run dates have not been determined yet, each exhibition will run approximately for 3 months (4 exhibitions in the Hester Gallery and 4 exhibitions in the Ross Gallery).
STONEWALL PROGRAMS
Other programming includes Authors and Conversation, Stonewall’s ... view more »
The Stonewall National Museum, Archives, & Library (SNMAL) operates one of the leading gay archives in America and the Stonewall Library which remains the largest LGBTQ+ collection in the world, with over 30,000 LGBTQ+ books of fiction, non-fiction, biography, and art.
In the Archive, there are more than 2,700 linear feet of documents, totaling more than 6 million individual pages. Additionally, SNMAL has more than 2,000 objects of critical importance to gay history. Items from SNMAL regularly form an integral part of exhibitions nationwide.
STONEWALL EXHIBITION SERIES
Stonewall presents an annual series of exhibitions to showcase and promote LGBTQ+ history and culture. Stonewall offers 7-8 exhibitions annually. The exhibitions reflect the diversity, and many voices of the community and are designed to encourage dialog and understanding of the LGBTQ+ experience and promote community engagement. The information presented in these exhibitions is used as a catalyst for discussion, learning and thought.
All exhibitions and associated programs are free and open to the public with a goal to connect members of our community with a wide variety of ideas and perspectives. Curated talks accompany the exhibition openings. While exact run dates have not been determined yet, each exhibition will run approximately for 3 months (4 exhibitions in the Hester Gallery and 4 exhibitions in the Ross Gallery).
STONEWALL PROGRAMS
Other programming includes Authors and Conversation, Stonewall’s Virtual Program Series, panels, discussions, and workshops. Programs are presented free to the public and highlight nationally acclaimed writers, filmmakers, activists, and artists. SNMAL presents an average of 25 programs annually.
EDUCATION
Stonewall National Education Project (SNEP) is an advocate for the safety, inclusion, and value of LGBTQ students, with a focus on improving student achievement, attendance, and graduation rates. Through its vast national network of professionals SNEP to help eliminate barriers, stand up for and empower our young people by advocating for institution-wide LGBTQ inclusive policy. The program has grown to over 60 school districts.
CLUBS
Stonewall’s Film Club is led by John Catania and Charles Ignacio from Chillfest. The Film Club meets on the second Wednesday of each month. Founded in 2005 by John Catania and Charles Ignacio, Chillfest is dedicated to screening moving image art forms that express and celebrate the LGBTQ+ experience, and to recognizing the creative work of LGBTQ+ filmmakers.
Stonewall’s Literary Book Club led by Clayton Littlewood. The club meets the second Monday of each month. Born and raised in England, Clay now lives in Fort Lauderdale. A musician, playwright, and actor, he is the author of two books Dirty White Boy: Tales of Soho (Cleis Press 2008) and Goodbye to Soho (DWB Press, 2012).
DONUTS & CONVERSATION
Donuts and Conversation, led by Executive Director Robert Kesten is a weekly gathering on Saturday mornings. Open to all members of the community, the purpose is to form a community space where individuals can meet in a safe space to discuss current events and various topics.
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