The ArQuives Digital Exhibitions

Wearing History: A Collection of LGBTQ2+ T-Shirts

T-shirts are an important medium of expression for the LGBTQ2+ community; allowing subcultures to demonstrate what they stood for and expand their membership, and giving organizations the chance to raise awareness for issues like AIDS and homophobia. T-shirts and dresses also provided a simple but effective way for LGBTQ2+ to showcase their pride in themselves and their nonconformity.

 

 

Credits

Created by Kevin Manuel and Ewan Matthews with funding from Ryerson University's Learning and Teaching Office 'Teaching About Diversity Grant' and the Ryerson University Library and Archives.