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Witness QHB’s mission to document, preserve, and share Boston’s LGBTQ+ history live and in action at this annual award ceremony and brunch! The Living Archive Honors ▷ Presented by Queer History Boston QHB invites you to The Living Archive Honors — the next chapter of what was formerly the History Maker Awards, now expanded into a five-award celebration honoring the LGBTQ+ individuals and organizations who shape our region's past, present, and future. At the Living Archive Honors, QHB presents five awards: The History Maker Award — Michael Bronski QHB's highest honor, given to a living legend whose activism, community building, or cultural leadership has shaped LGBTQ+ Boston. The History Project Award — Susan Fleischmann Honoring the often unsung work of preserving and passing down LGBTQ+ history, from archivists to educators to collection donors. The Queer Commonwealth Award — Jacque’s Cabaret Recognizing an organization, venue, publication, or business that's served as a gathering place for Boston's LGBTQ+ community. The Lavender Rhino Award — Justice Roe Williams A community-nominated honor for a contemporary advocate actively organizing, agitating, and fighting for LGBTQ+ rights and visibility today. The Lavender Laureate Award — Candace Nguyen A community-nominated honor for an artist whose creative work reflects, preserves, or advances LGBTQ+ culture in Boston. About Queer History Boston Queer History Boston is a community archives dedicated to documenting, preserving, and sharing the LGBTQ+ history of New England. Since its founding in 1980, QHB has collected thousands of stories, photographs, and documents, and curated groundbreaking public history exhibits and programs. Today, it remains one of the largest independent LGBTQ+ archives in the United States. Queer History Boston is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization; ticket purchases may be considered charitable donations and may be tax-deductible. Please save your confirmation email for your records. Want to support Queer History Boston and help us continue preserving LGBTQ+ history for the next 45 years? Consider making a donation or follow us on Instagram to stay connected. Event Details ▽ Crystal Ballroom, 55 Davis Square, Somerville, MA, 02144 ▷ Saturday, September 26, 2026 △ Doors at 11:00 AM | Brunch 11:00 AM–12:00 PM | Ceremony 12:00–1:30 PM | Mingling until 2:00 PM ◁ Attire: Daytime glamour is encouraged; but come as you are, baby! ▷ Crystal Ballroom is fully accessible via elevator or ramp, including all seating areas and restrooms. For ADA accommodations, email ballroom@csbtheatres.com or call (617) 625-4088 after purchasing your ticket — accommodations are first come, first served, so we recommend reaching out ahead of time. If you request assistance day-of, Crystal Ballroom will do their best to accommodate you, but options may be limited. ▷ Masking is welcomed but not required. Free masks will be available at the door. We encourage testing for COVID-19 before arrival. If you're not feeling well or experiencing cold or flu-like symptoms, please stay home. A recording of the awards portion of the program will be made available with captions on our YouTube channel for asynchronous viewing. ▷ No need to print your ticket. We'll have your name at check-in.

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