BlaqLGBTHistory is a living archive, and it’s only possible with you.
We’re collecting community stories, historical artifacts, images, and memories that reflect the lived experiences of Black LGBTQIA+ people in Washington, DC. Whether you have a photo, a flyer from a past event, or a story passed down from a friend, we want to help preserve it.
Share Your Materials
Do you have:
- Photos from DC Black Pride or community events?
- Videos of gatherings or performances?
- Old flyers, zines, posters, or club memorabilia?
- Oral history clips or documents?
If it helps tell the story of Black LGBTQIA+ life in DC, we’d love to see it.
You can submit materials through our form below:
Contribute Your Story
We’re especially looking for:
- Personal stories about identity, joy, and resilience
- Reflections on community spaces that shaped your life
- Memories of loved ones or leaders we’ve lost
If you’re open to sharing your story (in writing, audio, or video), let us know in the form or reach out directly and we’ll help guide the process.
Partner With Us
Are you part of an organization, collective, or archive that would like to collaborate? Have historic media that would make a great social media post? We welcome partnership inquiries and are always looking for new ways to amplify this work.