Open Book: 2026 Queer Youth Art Project

Tue Apr 14 2026 at 04:00 pm to 06:30 pm UTC-04:00

100 Campus Drive, Portsmouth, NH, United States, New Hampshire 03801 | Portsmouth

New Hampshire Outright
Publisher/HostNew Hampshire Outright
Open Book: 2026 Queer Youth Art Project
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In this program, we’ll create accordion books handmade zigzag-folded books that stretch, expand, and unfold in surprising ways. Each fold becomes a new space to experiment, explore, and tell a story that doesn’t have to follow the usual rules.
We’ll use drawing, collage, writing, painting, found materials, and anything else that sparks an idea. You can build pockets, flaps, hidden pages, or long unfolding scenes. Your book might tell a story, capture a feeling, explore identity, or just be a place to try things out.
This workshop is a creative space for LGBTQ+ teens to make art, share ideas, and explore what matters to them. No art experience needed—just curiosity and a willingness to experiment.
This program is open to LGBTQ+ youth in grades 9–12.
Program Location
All sessions will be held at the Community Campus in Portsmouth, NH. The building is fully accessible.
Program Schedule
This spring we are piloting a flexible scheduling model. Teens will attend 4 sessions total.
Required Session (everyone attends):
Tuesday, April 14, 4:00–6:30 p.m.
Additional Sessions (teens choose at least 3)
Tuesday, April 21, 4:00–6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, April 28, 4:00–6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, May 5, 4:00–6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, May 12, 4:00–6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, May 19, 4:00–6:30 p.m.
After you register, we will check in with you to confirm the three sessions your teen plans to attend. Register here: https://forms.gle/2Qmpk84SijwLkvzb8
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100 Campus Drive, Portsmouth, NH, United States, New Hampshire 03801

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