The Library is proud to celebrate LGBT History Month. For the month of October, take a look from the Library's Contemporary Reading Shelves to read about the rich LGBT History and Culture in the United States. Featured topics include same sex marriage, coming out stories, gays and lesbians in the military, civil rights struggles throughout the years, and providing support to LGBT teenagers. Featured figures and authors include Harvey Milk, Audrey Lorde, James Baldwin, Billie Jean King, David Hwang, Alice Walker, and more!
In addition, the Library contains a display case in honor of National Coming Out Day, which will take place on Monday, October 11, 2010. The Library also supports causes such as prevention of teen suicide and anti-gay bullying (such as the Trevor Project) and reminds everyone in honor of six gay men who tragically took their own lives recently to wear purple on Wednesday, October 20, 2010.
However, while this is a month of awareness it is also a month of celebration to our LGBT youth and the historical figures who have and continue to touch our lives, impact our culture, and contribute to society in their service.
To glance at our featured collection, browse our Contemporary Reading Shelves and Display Cases or go to the LGBT History Month Collection Page
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