Lesley’s Jumpers
Lesley lived in Leeds for thirty years and came out there in 1978. She was a founding member of Leeds Lesbian Line and knitted the jumpers in this video to celebrate lesbian experience. (Duration 06:37)
Jacqui and a Drag King’s Sideburns
Jacqui’s mother sadly passed away but she has a unique way of keeping her memory alive within her drag act. (Duration 05:03)
A Queer Refugee’s Suitcase
The story of a young gay man who faced persecution due to his sexuality and made a frightening journey to the UK with just a suitcase. (Duration 03:22)
Kirsty and Her Queer Zines
Kirsty challenges stereotypes and celebrates all things queer via the medium of self-published zines. (Duration 05:54)
Sue and Bi Activist Memorabilia
Sue remembers how she made other bisexual friends, joined a bi group, and started making stickers and posters to combat bi-erasure! (Duration 05:31)
Deirdre and Gay Abandon Memorabilia
Deirdre shares some items and anecdotes from the history of Yorkshire’s long-running LGBT+ choir, Gay Abandon. (Duration 04:27)
James’s Letters and Coming Out
James appeared as a ‘gay teenager’ in a 1988 BBC2 documentary, receiving letters of support – and criticism – as a result. (Duration 09:18)
Kit and the Rainbow Plaques
Who decides what kind of history deserves a heritage plaque? Kit talks about their DIY plaque-making initiative to promote more diverse and inclusive histories. (Duration 04:12)
Harvey and the Chimney Sweep
A 21st birthday party and the ornament on top of a cake bring back fond memories for Harvey of his beloved partner Alan. (Duration 05:41)