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Invisible and Essential: Learning LGBTQIA+ Histories

2026-10-21 18:00:00 2026-10-21 19:30:00 America/New_York Invisible and Essential: Learning LGBTQIA+ Histories This presentation will highlight key moments and discuss how understanding these historical narratives can foster a more complete and accurate view of the human experience. Berkeley Branch - Berkeley Meeting Room

Wednesday, October 21
6:00pm - 7:30pm

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Berkeley Branch

Berkeley Meeting Room

This presentation will highlight key moments and discuss how understanding these historical narratives can foster a more complete and accurate view of the human experience.

Why is so much of LGBTQ+ history so hard to find? For generations, the stories of LGBTQ+ individuals have been intentionally suppressed, making their contributions and lived experiences largely invisible. This presentation will make the case for why learning this history is not just a matter of curiosity, but a crucial step toward empathy and connection. We will highlight key moments and figures that have been overlooked and discuss how understanding these historical narratives can foster a more complete and accurate view of the human experience. Join us to learn why this "invisible" history is, in fact, absolutely essential.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | General |

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