This Archive is QUEER! The Gerber/Hart Fall Benefit

Friday, October 13, 2023 at 7PM

Gerber/Hart Library and Archives, 6500 N Clark

Please join us as we celebrate a transformational year for Gerber/Hart, and premiere our new exhibit “Art from the Archives”!

This exhibit will feature the work of Jose Luis Benavides and Amanda Cervantes (inspired by the Amigas Latinas collection), the collages of James Hosking (inspired by and crafted from the erotica and periodicals collections), and Sam Kirk and Kelli Simpkins — who recently donated the beautiful mural of Marge Summit formerly displayed at The Call.

The evening will include appearances by artists and curators of the exhibit, as well as a special performance from members of Artemis Singers and a tribute to the late Marge Summit.

A special 6:00 PM VIP gathering and private Q&A with participants, and a tour of the restricted stacks, is available.

Ticket Levels:

All tickets include entertainment, exhibits, food, wine, beer, and soft drinks.

  • Benefactor Pair: $500 (2 tickets; includes special VIP gathering and a tour of the restricted stacks at 6pm, reserved tables with champagne for the entertainment, and recognition in the program) (Sold Out!
  • Patron Pair: $350 (2 tickets; includes preferred seating for the entertainment, and recognition in the program)
  • Supporter: $125

Online ticketing has been disabled for the day of the benefit — tickets available at the door!                                        

Can’t attend? Please consider donating the cost of a ticket (or any amount you choose) in the ticket form below.

All proceeds benefit Gerber/Hart Library and Archives, a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving LGBTQ history in Chicago and the Midwest, and making it accessible to all.

For Sponsorship opportunities, please contact Michael at michaelrashid@gerberhart.org

Special thanks to our beverage sponsors:


To purchase tickets or make a donation by mail, please include contact information, price level/ donation amount, and number of tickets (if applicable) and send your check (made out to Gerber/Hart Library and Archives) to:

Gerber/Hart Library and Archives
Attn: Development
6500 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60626