History of Pride: Foundations of LGBT and Queer Culture - Prescott

This online session, designed for the Prescott community, provides a comprehensive look into the History of Pride: Foundations of LGBT and Queer Culture. You will get insights on the pivotal moments and societal shifts that have shaped the ongoing struggle for equality, connecting our local Prescott perspective to a global movement. Understand the roots of Pride to better appreciate its present and future, both here and around the world.

We will begin by exploring the world before the Stonewall Uprising. Learn about the early organizations and hidden communities that laid the groundwork for activism. This part of the discussion will help us understand the challenges faced by LGBT individuals and the courageous steps they took for visibility in a society that preferred them to remain invisible, a context relevant to understanding local histories everywhere, including in Prescott.

The talk will then focus on the Stonewall Uprising of 1969 as a major turning point. We will examine the context of the riots and their impact, which catalyzed a new era of public protest that eventually inspired pride celebrations in communities across the nation. Understand how this event transformed the fight for gay rights into a visible movement whose legacy is felt today in Prescott.

In this session, you will learn about:

• The social and political climate for LGBT people before 1969.
• The significance of the Stonewall Uprising and its lasting legacy.
• The evolution of Pride from a political march to a global celebration.
• Key legislative battles and cultural milestones over the decades.
• The expansion of terminology and the inclusion of diverse identities within the community.

Finally, we will discuss the modern era and the complexities of queer culture today, from the AIDS crisis to the rise of intersectionality. This online exploration of the History of Pride: Foundations of LGBT and Queer Culture offers a clear overview for anyone in Prescott interested in the topic. While this digital event is curated with our Prescott audience in mind, we welcome attendees from anywhere in the world to join us online and learn together.