Join artists Ian Giles and Dan de la Motte for a coffee morning of conversation and to share memories about the 1970s.
The session will include archival materials to spark memories, opportunities to share stories and a chance to discuss what histories and experiences should be preserved for future generations.
Whether you marched at Pride, volunteered at Switchboard, took part in protests, created art and performance, or simply experienced queer life in London during the 1970s, we would love to hear from you.
The 1970s were a time of DIY politics, creativity, direct action, street theatre and radical community organising. Using magazines, photographs, song sheets, and other materials from Queer Britain's collection, Ian and Dan are interested in hearing about the activism, performances, protests and everyday experiences that shaped queer life during this transformative decade.
This event builds on the themes of Ian Giles' forthcoming exhibition, Everyone Involved, opening at Queer Britain later this year.
Participants are warmly encouraged to bring their own photographs, ephemera, and materials from the decade to share informally. Please note that Queer Britain is unable to accept donations at this stage.
Free tea and coffee will be provided.
Image: Ian Townson Archive, Courtesy of Ian Giles
Access
Queer Britain Museum has step-free, wheelchair-accessible entry.
An accessible, gender-neutral bathroom is available on site.
The event will not include BSL interpretation or live captioning.
The event will be documented for marketing and archive purposes.