The Edmonton Queer History Project (EQHP) is a collaborative community initiative, designed to help tell 2SLGBTQ+ stories by documenting what queer life was like in Edmonton over the past 50+ years. Most of these histories are undocumented or known only to a few members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, two spirit, and queer communities. Seldom are queer lives or culture included as part of Edmonton’s official history, school curricula, or public discourse. EQHP intends to help break this silence. Join EQHP on a guided walking tour of Edmonton's downtown, visit some 2SLGBTQ+ landmarks, and learn about Edmonton's queer history. Following EQHP’s walking tour, participants will be led on a guided tour of the Art Gallery of Alberta.

This Learning Lab is intended for museum professionals at all levels who are interested in learning more about untold queer history and how to respectfully share similar stories in their own institutions.

*Please note that this Learning Lab will require participants to walk and stand for extended periods. Transportation will be provided back to the main Conference site.

Session departs from Michael Phair Park and ends at the Art Gallery of Alberta