Resources

Black Queer DC is part of a growing community of projects and organizations dedicated to preserving and sharing the stories of Queer life in Washington, DC. Below are resources where you can explore archives, oral histories, and cultural collections that document our city’s LGBTQ+ past and present.

Local Archives and Collections

• Rainbow History Project (RHP): A volunteer-run nonprofit preserving and sharing the histories of LGBTQ communities in Washington, DC.

• DC History Center: A curated library guide to LGBTQ+ history in Washington, DC through the DC History Center’s collections.

• The People’s Archive (DCPL): Collections of photographs, oral histories, and documents highlighting the diverse histories of DC communities.

• Library of Congress: The Library of Congress LGBTQ Studies Research Guide offers access to a wide range of materials documenting LGBTQ+ history in the U.S. and worldwide.

Explore More

These resources, alongside the stories shared through Black Queer DC, help ensure that Queer history in DC is preserved and accessible for future generations. If you know of other collections, projects, or resources that should be included here, please reach out at bqdc@substack.com.