Archives Drop-In: Islington's Pride

This month’s drop-in display will be guest curated by Paul Thurlow, featuring material from our Islington's Pride collection.

The Islington's Pride archive documents the history of LGBTQ+ life in the borough. The collection reflects the diversity of Islington's LGBTQ+ community, shedding light on pioneering political campaigns, vibrant nightlife, healthcare for those affected by HIV/AIDs, and the mundanities of everyday life.

Enjoy displays of unique archive material up close and at your own pace, with our archivists on hand to answer any questions.

This event is part of Islington Museum & Archives Pride Month programme, sharing stories and inspiration from the Islington's Pride archive collection. You can also explore our LGBTQ+ heritage map of Islington here.

Paul moved to London in 1981 and became involved in a number of different LGBTQ+ organisations and campaigns. He has lived in Islington since 1986, and having worked in local government for five years, trained as a nurse and then worked in the NHS until 2018. He was a volunteer with the Islington’s Pride Project from 2019 to 2021 and conducted much of the research behind the entries on the Islington’s Pride digital heritage map, and has been a volunteer at Islington Archives since. He identifies as a white gay man.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Islington Archives, 245 St John Street, London, United Kingdom

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