LGBTQ+ History 1-Hour Presentation
An Engaging Exploration of Oppression, Resilience, and Empowerment in the United States
Discover the rich and complex history of LGBTQ+ individuals in America with our in-depth history presentation—a compelling, educational experience designed for organizations, schools, and community groups. This engaging 60-minute session traces the evolution of rights, recognition, and resilience, offering a 45-minute presentation followed by a 15-minute interactive discussion that deepens understanding of the struggles, victories, and ongoing fight for equality. Journey through pivotal moments that shaped the LGBTQ+ experience—from Indigenous two-spirit identities and colonial oppression to the Industrial Revolution’s Boston Marriages, the activism of Henry Gerber, and the Stonewall uprising. Explore the devastation of the AIDS crisis, the fight for marriage equality, landmark Supreme Court decisions, and the challenges still faced today. The session concludes with an examination of modern Pride celebrations, including the development of Bloomington Pride, highlighting how history continues to shape today’s pursuit of justice and inclusion.
What You’ll Learn
✔ Colonial America – Indigenous non-binary gender systems, European persecution, and early legal battles
✔ The Industrial Era – The impact of economic shifts, the emergence of LGBTQ+ communities, and the first legal definitions of homosexuality
✔ The 20th Century – The Lavender Scare, the role of LGBTQ+ individuals in WWII, early activism, and the devastation of the AIDS crisis
✔ The 21st Century – The fight for marriage equality, employment protections, and the modern challenges still facing the LGBTQ+ community
An Engaging Exploration of Oppression, Resilience, and Empowerment in the United States
Discover the rich and complex history of LGBTQ+ individuals in America with our in-depth history presentation—a compelling, educational experience designed for organizations, schools, and community groups. This engaging 60-minute session traces the evolution of rights, recognition, and resilience, offering a 45-minute presentation followed by a 15-minute interactive discussion that deepens understanding of the struggles, victories, and ongoing fight for equality. Journey through pivotal moments that shaped the LGBTQ+ experience—from Indigenous two-spirit identities and colonial oppression to the Industrial Revolution’s Boston Marriages, the activism of Henry Gerber, and the Stonewall uprising. Explore the devastation of the AIDS crisis, the fight for marriage equality, landmark Supreme Court decisions, and the challenges still faced today. The session concludes with an examination of modern Pride celebrations, including the development of Bloomington Pride, highlighting how history continues to shape today’s pursuit of justice and inclusion.
What You’ll Learn
✔ Colonial America – Indigenous non-binary gender systems, European persecution, and early legal battles
✔ The Industrial Era – The impact of economic shifts, the emergence of LGBTQ+ communities, and the first legal definitions of homosexuality
✔ The 20th Century – The Lavender Scare, the role of LGBTQ+ individuals in WWII, early activism, and the devastation of the AIDS crisis
✔ The 21st Century – The fight for marriage equality, employment protections, and the modern challenges still facing the LGBTQ+ community
An Engaging Exploration of Oppression, Resilience, and Empowerment in the United States
Discover the rich and complex history of LGBTQ+ individuals in America with our in-depth history presentation—a compelling, educational experience designed for organizations, schools, and community groups. This engaging 60-minute session traces the evolution of rights, recognition, and resilience, offering a 45-minute presentation followed by a 15-minute interactive discussion that deepens understanding of the struggles, victories, and ongoing fight for equality. Journey through pivotal moments that shaped the LGBTQ+ experience—from Indigenous two-spirit identities and colonial oppression to the Industrial Revolution’s Boston Marriages, the activism of Henry Gerber, and the Stonewall uprising. Explore the devastation of the AIDS crisis, the fight for marriage equality, landmark Supreme Court decisions, and the challenges still faced today. The session concludes with an examination of modern Pride celebrations, including the development of Bloomington Pride, highlighting how history continues to shape today’s pursuit of justice and inclusion.
What You’ll Learn
✔ Colonial America – Indigenous non-binary gender systems, European persecution, and early legal battles
✔ The Industrial Era – The impact of economic shifts, the emergence of LGBTQ+ communities, and the first legal definitions of homosexuality
✔ The 20th Century – The Lavender Scare, the role of LGBTQ+ individuals in WWII, early activism, and the devastation of the AIDS crisis
✔ The 21st Century – The fight for marriage equality, employment protections, and the modern challenges still facing the LGBTQ+ community