Queer History Boston

Queer History Boston

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Documenting, preserving, and sharing LGBTQ+ histories of Boston + New England since 1980! 📍565 Boylston St, Boston MA đź’Ś [email protected] https://queerhistoryboston.org

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Queer History Bostonqueer-history-boston·Thu, Jun 26, 2025 6:30-8:30pm·Dorchester Brewing Company, Boston, Massachusetts

Queer History West End Pride Party

Queer History West End Pride Party

Celebrate Pride and the opening of a new queer history exhibit with The WEM! The West End Museum is partnering with Dorchester Brewing to throw a FREE PRIDE PARTY celebrating Boston’s queer past and present as part of our special exhibition Queer History West End on display from June 17th...

Queer History Boston
Queer History Bostonqueer-history-boston·Wed, Jun 17 6-7:30pm·The West End Museum, Boston, Massachusetts

Queer History West End Exhibit Opening

Queer History West End Exhibit Opening

Celebrate Pride Month in the West End with the opening of our new special exhibit! Uncover the little known stories of Queer West Enders. The West End has been home to a number of Queer artists, authors, activists, brothel owners, and more! Celebrate the GBTQIA+ lives and legacies of our...

Queer History Boston
Queer History Bostonqueer-history-boston·Sun, Jul 12 11am·Armory Park, Salem, Massachusetts

The Salem Rainbow Stroll LGBTQ+ History Walking Tours

The Salem Rainbow Stroll LGBTQ+ History Walking Tours

Join expert tour guides for a stroll through LGBTQ+ history of Salem, MA! Join Queer History Boston and The Salem Rainbow Stroll, “Witch City’s” LGBTQ+ walking tour, on an illuminating tour of the intersectional queer history of Salem, from ancient times to modern day. On this hour and fifteen minute...

Queer History Boston
Queer History Bostonqueer-history-boston·Fri, Jul 17 6pm·Park Street MBTA Station, Boston, Massachusetts

LGBTQ+ History Walking Tours

LGBTQ+ History Walking Tours

In honor of MA250, join us for free LGBTQ+ walking tours of the Boston Common this summer! Join Queer History Boston on a historic walking tour of Boston Common and the Public Gardens. We’ll explore the stories of LGBTQ+ Bostonians, including writers, activists, drag queens, pilgrims, and protestors, add queer...

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Queer History Bostonqueer-history-boston·Sat, Aug 8 12pm·27 York Street Nantucket, MA 02554

Film Screening: The Watermelon Woman

Film Screening: The Watermelon Woman

A queer cinema classic + discussion on “Silences in the Archives” with QHB & the Museum of African American History. Join Queer History Boston and the Museum of African American History on Nantucket for a screening of The Watermelon Woman (1996), Cheryl Dunye’s groundbreaking debut and a landmark of New...

Queer History Boston
Queer History Bostonqueer-history-boston·Tue, Aug 18 6pm·West End Place, 150 Staniford Street, Boston, MA

Footage Screening: 1988 Boston Pride March

Footage Screening: 1988 Boston Pride March

Screen archival footage of Boston’s 1988 Pride March. Plus: Routes of Pride presentation & community gathering with snacks and crafts. Join The West End Museum and Queer History Boston for a special look at archival footage, community storytelling, and celebration. Watch a video documentation of the 1988 Boston Pride March...

Queer History Boston
Queer History Bostonqueer-history-boston·Sun, Aug 23 11:30am·Long Wharf, Boston, Massachusetts

LGBTQ+ Picnic on Georges Island

LGBTQ+ Picnic on Georges Island

Inspired by the spirit of historic gay liberation “be-ins,” our summer picnic invites folks to gather, be visible, and celebrate our shared past — with a scenic ferry ride thrown in. Join Queer History Boston for an afternoon of queer joy, community connection, and a little bit of gay history...