Past Events

Commemorating two great poets Audre Lorde and Essex Hemphill.

This year's plaque unveiling featured Sylvia Rivera and Vito Russo with special guest comedian Bruce Vilanch, activists Cleve Jones and Myles Brady Davis and Rivera's friend Judy Bowen.

Celebrating the repeal of Don't Ask, Don't Tell with American Veterans for Equal Rights Chicago chapter members.

Fr. Mychal Judge was commemorated with a documentary screening and fellowship reception.

Leonard Bernstein was among the first conductors born and educated in the United States to receive worldwide acclaim.

Bayard Rustin, until very recently, was the unsung hero of the Civil Rights Movement.

Guests gathered at Elixir Lounge to nosh on peanut-based libations and treats and hear LGBTQ history stories.

Featuring the Legacy Wall and discussion with Lambda Legal's Camilla Taylor, LGBTQ Historian John D'Emilio, Windy City Times publisher and co-owner Tracy Baim and the Legacy Project Executive Director Victor Salvo.

Featuring an appearance by Strayhorn's niece Alyce Claerbaut.