LGBTQIA+ History Timeline - Stonewall
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Archived: 2026-04-23 17:29
LGBTQIA+ History Timeline - Stonewall
About
Board
Staff
Mission, Vision, Values
Employment Opportunities
LGBTQ+ History Timeline
Volunteer
Collections
The John C. Graves Library at Stonewall
Digital Collections
The Fasana-Graham Archives at Stonewall
Oral Histories
Exhibitions
Current Exhibitions
Current Exhibitions
Upcoming Exhibitions
Past Exhibitions
Traveling Exhibitions
Programs
Banned Aide
Circle of Pride
Clubs
Donuts & Conversation
Stonewall Movie Nights
Events
60th Anniversary Julius Bar Sit-in
Janis Ian – Breaking Silence Film & Musical Tribute
Stonewall Honors
Stonewall National Women Fund
About
Members
Education
Stonewall National Education Program
Resources
Photos
Gala 2026
Jonathan Capehart
An Afternoon with Rita Mae Brown
Ladies Who Brunch with Rita Mae Brown
Edie Windsor Exhibit Opening.
2025 Gala
Dinner with Rita Mae Brown
An Evening with Rita Mae Brown
Don Lemon Event
Videos
Give
Other Ways to Support
My Account
LGBTQIA+ History Timeline
In Plain Sight
Stonewall’s LGBTQ+ History Timeline
In Plain Sight is a groundbreaking digital timeline created by the Stonewall National Museum, Archives, & Library in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. It’s a vibrant, interactive resource that chronicles the rich and complex history of LGBTQ+ individuals and movements in the U.S., making visible the stories that have long been overlooked or marginalized.
Why It Matters
In Plain Sight
is more than a timeline—it’s a tool for visibility, education, and empowerment. It honors the contributions of LGBTQ+ individuals across professions and generations, while fostering understanding and inclusion. By making history accessible and interactive, it invites users to explore the legacy of resilience, creativity, and activism that continues to shape American society.
What it Offers
Over 800 entries
spanning decades of LGBTQ+ history
10 thematic categories
:
AIDS/HIV – Arts – Business -Film/TV – Literature – Memorials – Milestones -Music – Sports – Theatre/Dance
High-resolution photos
with zoom-in capabilities
Brief, accessible descriptions
of each entry
Docent/classroom guide
for educators and presenters
CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE TIMELINE
HOURS:
Monday - Wednesday & Friday 11:00 am-5:00 pm | Thursday 11:00 am-8:00 pm | Saturday & Sunday 11:00 am-3:00 pm
SNMAL Scheduled Tours:
are on Saturdays at 2:00 PM or by appointment. $10 per person, includes exhibits and archives
1300 East Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 |
954.763.8565
|
Inquiry@Stonewall-Museum.org
HOURS:
Monday, Wednesday & Friday 11:00 am-5:00 pm
Thursday 11:00 am-8:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday 11:00 am-3:00 pm
SNMAL TOUR SCHEDULE:
Thursdays at 6:30 pm
Saturdays at 2:00 PM
Sundays at 1:00 pm
1300 East Sunrise Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
954.763.8565
Inquiry@Stonewall-Museum.org
© 1973 -2026 Stonewall National, Museum, Archives, & Library
© 1973 -2026 Stonewall National Museum & Archives
About
Board
Staff
Mission, Vision, Values
Employment Opportunities
LGBTQ+ History Timeline
Volunteer
Collections
The John C. Graves Library at Stonewall
Digital Collections
The Fasana-Graham Archives at Stonewall
Oral Histories
Exhibitions
Current Exhibitions
Current Exhibitions
Upcoming Exhibitions
Past Exhibitions
Traveling Exhibitions
Programs
Banned Aide
Circle of Pride
Clubs
Donuts & Conversation
Stonewall Movie Nights
Events
60th Anniversary Julius Bar Sit-in
Janis Ian – Breaking Silence Film & Musical Tribute
Stonewall Honors
Stonewall National Women Fund
About
Members
Education
Stonewall National Education Program
Resources
Photos
Gala 2026
Jonathan Capehart
An Afternoon with Rita Mae Brown
Ladies Who Brunch with Rita Mae Brown
Edie Windsor Exhibit Opening.
2025 Gala
Dinner with Rita Mae Brown
An Evening with Rita Mae Brown
Don Lemon Event
Videos
Give
Other Ways to Support
My Account
About
Board
Staff
Mission, Vision, Values
Employment Opportunities
LGBTQ+ History Timeline
Volunteer
Collections
The John C. Graves Library at Stonewall
Digital Collections
The Fasana-Graham Archives at Stonewall
Oral Histories
Exhibitions
Current Exhibitions
Current Exhibitions
Upcoming Exhibitions
Past Exhibitions
Traveling Exhibitions
Programs
Banned Aide
Circle of Pride
Clubs
Donuts & Conversation
Stonewall Movie Nights
Events
60th Anniversary Julius Bar Sit-in
Janis Ian – Breaking Silence Film & Musical Tribute
Stonewall Honors
Stonewall National Women Fund
About
Members
Education
Stonewall National Education Program
Resources
Photos
Gala 2026
Jonathan Capehart
An Afternoon with Rita Mae Brown
Ladies Who Brunch with Rita Mae Brown
Edie Windsor Exhibit Opening.
2025 Gala
Dinner with Rita Mae Brown
An Evening with Rita Mae Brown
Don Lemon Event
Videos
Give
Other Ways to Support
My Account
LGBTQIA+ History Timeline
In Plain Sight
Stonewall’s LGBTQ+ History Timeline
In Plain Sight is a groundbreaking digital timeline created by the Stonewall National Museum, Archives, & Library in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. It’s a vibrant, interactive resource that chronicles the rich and complex history of LGBTQ+ individuals and movements in the U.S., making visible the stories that have long been overlooked or marginalized.
Why It Matters
In Plain Sight
is more than a timeline—it’s a tool for visibility, education, and empowerment. It honors the contributions of LGBTQ+ individuals across professions and generations, while fostering understanding and inclusion. By making history accessible and interactive, it invites users to explore the legacy of resilience, creativity, and activism that continues to shape American society.
What it Offers
Over 800 entries
spanning decades of LGBTQ+ history
10 thematic categories
:
AIDS/HIV – Arts – Business -Film/TV – Literature – Memorials – Milestones -Music – Sports – Theatre/Dance
High-resolution photos
with zoom-in capabilities
Brief, accessible descriptions
of each entry
Docent/classroom guide
for educators and presenters
CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE TIMELINE
HOURS:
Monday - Wednesday & Friday 11:00 am-5:00 pm | Thursday 11:00 am-8:00 pm | Saturday & Sunday 11:00 am-3:00 pm
SNMAL Scheduled Tours:
are on Saturdays at 2:00 PM or by appointment. $10 per person, includes exhibits and archives
1300 East Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 |
954.763.8565
|
Inquiry@Stonewall-Museum.org
HOURS:
Monday, Wednesday & Friday 11:00 am-5:00 pm
Thursday 11:00 am-8:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday 11:00 am-3:00 pm
SNMAL TOUR SCHEDULE:
Thursdays at 6:30 pm
Saturdays at 2:00 PM
Sundays at 1:00 pm
1300 East Sunrise Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
954.763.8565
Inquiry@Stonewall-Museum.org
© 1973 -2026 Stonewall National, Museum, Archives, & Library
© 1973 -2026 Stonewall National Museum & Archives
About
Board
Staff
Mission, Vision, Values
Employment Opportunities
LGBTQ+ History Timeline
Volunteer
Collections
The John C. Graves Library at Stonewall
Digital Collections
The Fasana-Graham Archives at Stonewall
Oral Histories
Exhibitions
Current Exhibitions
Current Exhibitions
Upcoming Exhibitions
Past Exhibitions
Traveling Exhibitions
Programs
Banned Aide
Circle of Pride
Clubs
Donuts & Conversation
Stonewall Movie Nights
Events
60th Anniversary Julius Bar Sit-in
Janis Ian – Breaking Silence Film & Musical Tribute
Stonewall Honors
Stonewall National Women Fund
About
Members
Education
Stonewall National Education Program
Resources
Photos
Gala 2026
Jonathan Capehart
An Afternoon with Rita Mae Brown
Ladies Who Brunch with Rita Mae Brown
Edie Windsor Exhibit Opening.
2025 Gala
Dinner with Rita Mae Brown
An Evening with Rita Mae Brown
Don Lemon Event
Videos
Give
Other Ways to Support
My Account