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Sodomy Laws Retrospective (1 of 3) | A panel discussion that took place ten years after California's "sodomy laws" were repealed. Historian Alan Bérubé details California's history with anti-gay legislation, beginning with the state's first law against sodomy that was passed in 1850 and continuing through to… Show more | 1986-01-30 | |
Sodomy Laws Retrospective (2 of 3) | A panel discussion that took place ten years after California's "sodomy laws" were repealed. Activist Phyllis Lyon discusses the Council on Religion and the Homosexual's Brief of Injustices. Politician Willie Brown, then the California State Assembly's Speaker of the… Show more | 1986-01-30 | |
Sodomy Laws Retrospective (3 of 3) | A panel discussion that took place ten years after California's "sodomy laws" were repealed. Activist Jo Daly discusses instances of heterosexual individuals being convicted under anti-sodomy/anti-oral sex laws. Activist George Raya relates his experiences as a lobbyist in Sacramento… Show more | 1986-01-30 | |
Politics and Sexuality Roundtable (2 of 3) | A discussion between Gayle Rubin, Allan Bérubé, and others about the intersections of racism, sexism, and homophobia in mainstream media. They also discuss the criminalization of gay sex and the legal system's repression of sexuality at large. This material was digitized through the generous… Show more | 1981-05-26 | |
Politics and Sexuality Roundtable (3 of 3) | A discussion between Gayle Rubin, Allan Bérubé, and others about sexual repression in mainstream culture, the spectrum of sexuality within straight and gay communities, and the use of sexuality as a tool of oppression. The discussion also includes how the culture might protect and/or empower young… Show more | 1981-05-26 | |
Gayle Rubin on Sexual Liberation (1 of 4) | Gayle Rubin discussing the paper she wrote about the sexual liberation movement for the 1982 Feminist and Scholar Conference. Only the last 5 minutes of this tape were recovered. This material was digitized through the generous support of Larry Brenner and Angelo Figone. | 1982-07-29 | |
Gayle Rubin on Sexual Liberation (2 of 4) | Gayle Rubin discussing the paper she wrote about the sexual liberation movement for the 1982 Feminist and Scholar Conference. Rubin contextualizes the history of sexual oppression and criminalization before focusing on gay and lesbian liberation, including discussions on gender liberation,… Show more | 1982-07-29 | |
Gayle Rubin on Sexual Liberation (3 of 4) | Gayle Rubin discussing the paper she wrote about the sexual liberation movement for the 1982 Feminist and Scholar Conference. Rubin discusses different legal restrictions placed on sexuality, including sodomy laws, adult incest laws, and prostitution criminalization. She also reviews historical… Show more | 1982-07-29 | |
Gayle Rubin on Sexual Liberation (4 of 4) | Gayle Rubin discussing the paper she wrote about the sexual liberation movement for the 1982 Feminist and Scholar Conference. Rubin's speech concluded with a question and answer session, and she answers questions about political influences on the interpretation of history, communism and… Show more | 1982-07-29 | |
Coronation 1986 camera 1 #1 | A video from the Charles Cyberski Videotapes collection. Charles Cyberski (February 12, 1949-September 28, 1993) was a gay video journalist and, with his partner Richard Wright (July 5, 1955-October 20, 1990), owner and operator of the mail-order video business Male Entertainment Network (MEN). MEN… Show more | 1986 | Cyberski/glbths_1994-03_2_090_am.avi |
Coronation 1986 camera 1 #2 | A video from the Charles Cyberski Videotapes collection. Charles Cyberski (February 12, 1949-September 28, 1993) was a gay video journalist and, with his partner Richard Wright (July 5, 1955-October 20, 1990), owner and operator of the mail-order video business Male Entertainment Network (MEN). MEN… Show more | 1986 | Cyberski/glbths_1994-03_2_095_am.avi |
Coronation 1986 camera 2 #3 | A video from the Charles Cyberski Videotapes collection. Charles Cyberski (February 12, 1949-September 28, 1993) was a gay video journalist and, with his partner Richard Wright (July 5, 1955-October 20, 1990), owner and operator of the mail-order video business Male Entertainment Network (MEN). MEN… Show more | 1986 | Cyberski/glbths_1994-03_2_102_am.avi |
Coronation 1986 camera 1 #3 | A video from the Charles Cyberski Videotapes collection. Charles Cyberski (February 12, 1949-September 28, 1993) was a gay video journalist and, with his partner Richard Wright (July 5, 1955-October 20, 1990), owner and operator of the mail-order video business Male Entertainment Network (MEN). MEN… Show more | 1986 | Scratch/glbths_1994-03_2_124_am.avi |
José Sarria as Empress José I, the Widow Norton | José Sarria as Empress José I, the Widow Norton. Photograph by Robert Pruzan. From the Robert Pruzan Collection, #1998-36, GLBT Historical Society. | 1990 | |
Coronation 1989 edited master | A video from the Charles Cyberski Videotapes collection. Charles Cyberski (February 12, 1949-September 28, 1993) was a gay video journalist and, with his partner Richard Wright (July 5, 1955-October 20, 1990), owner and operator of the mail-order video business Male Entertainment Network (MEN). MEN… Show more | 1989 | Cyberski-Series-1-Reels/glbths_1994-03_1_347_am.avi |
Coronation 1989 tape #1 | A video from the Charles Cyberski Videotapes collection. Charles Cyberski (February 12, 1949-September 28, 1993) was a gay video journalist and, with his partner Richard Wright (July 5, 1955-October 20, 1990), owner and operator of the mail-order video business Male Entertainment Network (MEN). MEN… Show more | 1989 | Cyberski-Series-1-Reels/glbths_1994-03_1_530_am.avi |
Coronation 1989 tape #5 | A video from the Charles Cyberski Videotapes collection. Charles Cyberski (February 12, 1949-September 28, 1993) was a gay video journalist and, with his partner Richard Wright (July 5, 1955-October 20, 1990), owner and operator of the mail-order video business Male Entertainment Network (MEN). MEN… Show more | 1989 | Cyberski-Series-1-Reels/glbths_1994-03_1_531_am.avi |
Coronation 1989 tape #2 | A video from the Charles Cyberski Videotapes collection. Charles Cyberski (February 12, 1949-September 28, 1993) was a gay video journalist and, with his partner Richard Wright (July 5, 1955-October 20, 1990), owner and operator of the mail-order video business Male Entertainment Network (MEN). MEN… Show more | 1989 | Cyberski-Series-1-Reels/glbths_1994-03_1_532_am.avi |
Coronation 1989 tape #4 | A video from the Charles Cyberski Videotapes collection. Charles Cyberski (February 12, 1949-September 28, 1993) was a gay video journalist and, with his partner Richard Wright (July 5, 1955-October 20, 1990), owner and operator of the mail-order video business Male Entertainment Network (MEN). MEN… Show more | 1989 | Cyberski-Series-1-Reels/glbths_1994-03_1_533_am.avi |
Coronation 1989 tape #3 | A video from the Charles Cyberski Videotapes collection. Charles Cyberski (February 12, 1949-September 28, 1993) was a gay video journalist and, with his partner Richard Wright (July 5, 1955-October 20, 1990), owner and operator of the mail-order video business Male Entertainment Network (MEN). MEN… Show more | 1989 | Cyberski-Series-1-Reels/glbths_1994-03_1_534_am.avi |
Sylvester receiving award | Photograph of Sylvester receiving an award. In this photo Sylvester is wearing one of his sequined jackets designed by Pat Campano. | 1979 | |
Schneider Victoria 2000-57 | Victoria Schneider is an activist and sex worker best known for her lawsuit against the City and County of San Francisco, concerning an unlawful strip search during her booking at the San Francisco County Jail. Schneider had been placed in the men’s cells, and had requested to be moved to the women… Show more | 1993/1999 | |
Castro Street-Torn denim shorts | Close up image of a man's torn denim shorts. glbths_1993-11P-2B_11_001 | 1978/1979 | |
Harvey Milk's Birthday - Man in Leather Vest on Motorcycle | A man posing on a motorcycle on the sidewalk outside of "Snow Peas" diner. | 1982 | |
Coronation - Jose Sarria in sash | Jose Sarria as the Widow Norton seated wearing a white dress with a sash and pearls, a white wig, and a crown. | 1986 | |
Women Prisoners Need Healthcare | Flyer publicizing a demonstration to take place at the Central California Women's Facility in Chowchilla, CA on Saturday, July 8, 1995 at noon. | 1995 | |
Larry Buttwinick collection (2006-44) | Larry Buttwinick (1924-2004) was a gay Jewish man and an original member of the Imperial Court of San Francisco. His life intersected with prominent LGBTQ figures such as Jose Sarría (drag star, political activist, and founder of the Imperial Court) and Henry Diekow (a drag artist also known as the… Show more | 1960/2004 | |
Sylvester Collection, 2018-05 | Sylvester (born Sylvester James Jr.) was a disco-soul singer-songwriter known for his androgynous appearance, falsetto singing voice, and the moniker the “Queen of Disco.” | ||
Sylvester performing with backup singers, circa 1970-1980 | 1970/1980 | ||
Sylvester smoking in white gown | 1970/1980 | ||
Sylvester in mesh blouse, circa 1970 | 1970 | ||
Sylvester in zipper shirt, circa 1980 | 1980 | ||
Sylvester holding Step II record, 1978 [1] | 1978 | ||
Sylvester with unknown bride, circa 1965 | 1965 | ||
Peach sequined tunic and skirt with crane motif | Peach sequined tunic and skirt with crane motif worn by Sylvester. This garment appears to be handmade and there is no designer label attached. This item is undated. | ||
Peach sequined tunic and skirt with crane motif rear | Peach sequined tunic and skirt with crane motif worn by Sylvester. This garment appears to be handmade and there is no designer label attached. This item is undated. | ||
Peach sequined tunic and skirt with crane motif | Peach sequined tunic and skirt with crane motif worn by Sylvester. This garment appears to be handmade and there is no designer label attached. This item is undated. | ||
Blue sequin Pat Campano jacket | A jacket worn by Sylvester while performing. Designed by Pat Campano. This item is undated. | ||
Blue sequin Pat Campano jacket (front) | |||
Blue sequin Pat Campano jacket (rear) | |||
Black and white sequined Pat Campano Jacket | Black and white sequined jacket worn by Sylvester. Designed by Pat Campano. This item is undated. | ||
Black and white sequined Pat Campano Jacket (front) | Black and white sequined jacket worn by Sylvester. Designed by Pat Campano. This item is undated. | ||
Black and white sequined Pat Campano Jacket (side) | Black and white sequined jacket worn by Sylvester. Designed by Pat Campano. This item is undated. | ||
Black and white sequined Pat Campano Jacket (rear) | Black and white sequined jacket worn by Sylvester. Designed by Pat Campano. This item is undated. | ||
Pink sequin Pat Campano jacket and pants (front) | Pink sequined jacket and pants worn by Sylvester. Designed by Pat Campano. This item is undated. | ||
Pink sequin Pat Campano jacket and pants (rear) | Pink sequined jacket and pants worn by Sylvester. Designed by Pat Campano. This item is undated. | ||
White tulle mesh gown (front) | White gown with satin and tulle netting, wire understructure, and small mirrors. This garment does not have a label indicating the designer. This item is undated. | ||
White tulle mesh gown (rear) | White gown with satin and tulle netting, wire understructure, and small mirrors. This garment does not have a label indicating the designer. This item is undated. | ||
Sylvester performing [1] | 1975/1980 | ||
Sylvester signing records | Photograph of Sylvester signing records in the record store, 12" Dance Records. Inscription on verso of photograph reads: "Sylvester, It was a pleasure to photograph you when you visited 12" Dance Records. Thank you for visiting us. Larry [Frazer?] the photographer. Dec. 1986.… Show more | 1986 | |
Sylvester at Le Grand Hotel in Paris | 1979-07 | ||
Sylvester photoshoot contact sheet | 1980/1985 | ||
Purple and black beaded cape and headpiece | A cape and headpiece worn by Sylvester while performing. This garment appears to be handmade. There is no designer label attached to this garment. This item is undated. | ||
Ginny Knuth video interview | A video interview with Ginny Knuth, a cisgender member of Educational Transvestite Channel (later called TransGender San Francisco). Knuth's husband identified as a crossdresser and was also a member of the group. In the interview, Knuth describes the history of ETVC, the Imperial Court, and… Show more | 1997 | |
Coronation 1989 tape #6 | A video from the Charles Cyberski Videotapes collection. Charles Cyberski (February 12, 1949-September 28, 1993) was a gay video journalist and, with his partner Richard Wright (July 5, 1955-October 20, 1990), owner and operator of the mail-order video business Male Entertainment Network (MEN). MEN… Show more | 1989 | Scratch/glbths_1994-03_1_564_am.avi |
At Cyberski's home/Coronation '86 | A video from the Charles Cyberski Videotapes collection. Charles Cyberski (February 12, 1949-September 28, 1993) was a gay video journalist and, with his partner Richard Wright (July 5, 1955-October 20, 1990), owner and operator of the mail-order video business Male Entertainment Network (MEN). MEN… Show more | 1986 | Cyberski/glbths_1994-03_2_101_am.avi |