October Event Listings
“If You Could See Me Through My Eyes Exhibition” – Ross Gallery
Curated by those featured in this exhibit.
On view September 29, 2023 – December 1, 2023
Some of us wake up every morning in the hope of seeing “ourselves” in the mirror, that is, seeing ourselves as our internal camera sees us, not as we appear when we open our eyes. Imagine seeing your own reflection and being certain it is not really you. Then imagine being forced to wear clothes that make you more uncomfortable because they make you self-conscious as they misrepresent who you are to the world around you. All this muddling your brain before you are old enough to understand why.
This exhibition takes a look at how trans individuals are conditioned to feel bad, fearful, and abnormal. It is no surprise that trans children commit suicide at rates far above that of others. Legislation has targeted access to healthcare, our ability to tell our stories, and our responsibility to care for our youth. How do we save lives when ours feel so marginalized and threatened?
Private Members Only Opening Friday, September 29th 6:00-7 pm
Public Opening Friday, September 29th 7:00-8 pm
TO ATTEND THE PUBLIC OPENING RSVP HERE
“Media Makes a Difference” – Hester Gallery
Curated by Robert Kesten
On view September 29, 2023 – December 1, 2023
A look at how LGBTQ+ media looks at our community and how mainstream media has seen us over the years. The messages portrayed (and media has changed over the years) are both impactful on how we are seen and understood, and a reflection on our greater acceptance by a majority of our fellow citizens.
There is still a lot of work to be done, but everyone who is part of the movement, everyone who is out, everyone who stands up, this exhibit is for you.
Private Members Only Opening Friday, September 29th 6:00-7 pm
Public Opening Friday, September 29th 7:00-8 pm
TO ATTEND THE PUBLIC OPENING RSVP HERE
Meet the Stars of HBO’s “The Stroll”
Presented By: Stonewall National Museum, Archives and Library
Thursday October 12, 2023 | 6:00p -10:00p – Screening
Friday October 13, 2023 | 7:00p -9:00p – Meet the Stars
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL | Stonewall, 1300 East Sunrise Blvd.
Event Details: “The Stroll” is a poignant documentary on the lives of those trans women of color who survived the streets of New York City’s Meatpacking District. It is wonderfully shot, and like all great art, touches your heart.
Thursday evening will feature a screening of this powerful documentary and Friday night will include fun and mayhem, conversation, food and drink with the stars of “The Stroll.”
THE EVENTS ARE FREE, BUT YOU MUST RSVP HERE.
Stonewall Virtual Program Series:
A Conversation with Vic Basile
Presented By: Stonewall National Museum, Archives and Library
Tuesday October 17| 6:30p
Location: Virtual
Event Details: Vic Basile has enjoyed the rare opportunity and extraordinary privilege of a career of public service and social justice advocacy. A widely recognized national leader in the LGBTQ+ community. His book “Bending Toward Justice” chronicles the early years of a movement pressing for equal rights and lifesaving resources for LGBTQ people who for eons have been shunned by the ignorant, reviled by the so-called faithful, and shamed even by their own families. WATCH ON FACEBOOK LIVE OR REGISTER VIA ZOOM
Content Courtesy of Stonewall National Museum, Archives, & Library
