Oct 3rd 2026

Join us for Gerber/Hart’s third Queer History Symposium on Saturday, October 3rd from 9 AM to 4 PM! This full day symposium will highlight artists, researchers, students, and community members who have utilized Gerber/Hart’s collections in the past year.

This year, the Symposium will take place at the Hoover-Leppen Theatre at the Center on Halsted (3656 N Halsted St)!

Opening remarks from curator Jack Schneider

Closing remarks by historian John D’Emilio.

Panel discussions on Arts in the Archives, Archival Silences, Queer Road Trips, and more!

This project was supported by a Community Partnership Programming Blaze Grant from Center on Halsted.

Purchase Tickets Here

Sliding Scale Ticket Pricing

Ticket prices are set to allow us to cover costs for this event (honorariums for speakers and provide lunch, coffee, and other amenities throughout the day) as well as to raise money to continue our mission of collecting, preserving, and making accessible the LGBTQ+ history of Chicago and the Midwest. As a small, LGBTQ+ non-profit organization we appreciate any support you are able to provide!

Please choose the payment option that is most comfortable for you!

$60 standard pricing

$40 subsidized tickets – these are limited and intended for students and lower-income patrons

Accessibility

The Hoover-Leppen Theatre is located on the third floor of the Center on Halsted (3656 N Halsted St). There is an elevator as well as stairs available.

Questions?

For questions about the event, please contact Jen Dentel (jen.dentel@gerberhart.org)

Full Schedule below

2026 Queer History Symposium Schedule

Official Website

More events on this date

Tags: , , , , , ,