Queer Public History: Essays on Scholarly Activism

Queer Public History: Essays on Scholarly Activism is a collection of essays by historian Marc Stein that traces the development of queer public history over the past several decades. The book explores how scholars, activists, and community organizations have documented and preserved LGBTQ+ history while influencing public understanding, education, politics, and law. Topics include the AIDS crisis, queer activism, immigration, same-sex marriage, the Stonewall movement, museum exhibitions, and the role of historical scholarship in advancing social change. It is intended for students and researchers in history, gender studies, public history, and LGBTQ+ studies.