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Xmas Letter December 2000
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Wicker, Randy Date: Dec. 2000 Topics: Black transgender people, Cloning, Gay men, LGBTQ+ unhoused people, Substance use in LGBTQ+ communities, Trans women, Transfeminine people Subject: Cocoa Rodriguez, Randy Wicker, Sylvia Rivera, Uplift Lighting Description: The 2000 issue of an annual newsletter written by Marsha P. Johnson's roommate, Randy Wicker. Wicker explains that Sylvia Rivera has become his best friend and is helping to keep business afloat, a... -
1996 Xmas Letter
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Wicker, Randy Date: Dec. 25, 1996 Topics: Arrests of LGBTQ+ people, Black transgender people, Gay men, LGBTQ+ unhoused youth, Sex work, Trans women, Transfeminine people Subject: Cocoa Rodriguez, Ivan Valentin, Jack Nichols, Mother's March Against AIDS, Norma Johnson, Randy Wicker, Sylvia Rivera, Uplift Lighting Description: The 1996 issue of an annual newsletter written by Marsha P. Johnson's roommate, Randy Wicker, in which he provides updates on his life and business, the household, and close friends. In this letter... -
1982 Was a Great Year! Can 1983 Be Any Better?
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Wicker, Randy Date: 1982 Topics: Black transgender people, Christmas, Drag queens, Gay men, LGBTQ+ sex workers, QTPOC, Roommates, Transfeminine people Subject: David Combs, Marsha P. Johnson, Randy Wicker, Uplift Lighting, Willie Brashears Description: The 1982 issue of an annual newsletter written by Marsha P. Johnson's roommate, Randy Wicker, in which he provides updates on his life and business, the household, and close friends. The author des... -
Season's Greetings 1998
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Wicker, Randy Date: Dec. 26, 1998 Topics: Black transgender people, Gay men, Indian LGBTQ+ people, Indigenous transgender people, Latino/a/x transgender people, Mexicans, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: Ashok Kavi, Cloning, Cocoa Rodriguez, Melissa, Stonewall Veterans' Association, Sylvia Rivera, Uplift Lighting Description: The 1998 issue of an annual newsletter written by Marsha P. Johnson's roommate, Randy Wicker, in which he provides updates on his life, including cloning advocacy and his mother's move to Arizona. -
1995 Xmas Letter
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Wicker, Randy Date: Dec. 23, 1995 Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, Gay men, Gay pride, Indigenous transgender people, Latino/a/x transgender people, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Transfeminine people, Venezuelan Americans Subject: AIDS Memorial Candlelight Parade, Bob Hooker, Christopher Street Festival, Cocoa Rodriguez, Edward Lacey, Marsha P. Johnson, Mothers March Against AIDS, Street Transvestites Action Revolutionaries (STAR), Sylvia Rivera, Uplift Lighting, Willie Brashears Description: The handwritten draft of the 1995 issue of an annual newsletter written by Marsha P. Johnson's roommate, Randy Wicker, in which he provides updates on his life and business, including obituary note... -
Xmas Letter 1994
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Wicker, Randy Date: 1994 Topics: Black transgender people, Gay men, Gay pride, QTPOC, Roommates, Transfeminine people Subject: ACT UP, Bill Dobbs, Cocoa Rodriguez, George Flimlin, Harry Hay, Joe McGrath, Marsha P. Johnson, Mattachine Society, Nelson Woodrow Anderson III, Prescott Townsend, Stonewall 25, Uplift Lighting Description: The 1994 issue of an annual newsletter written by Marsha P. Johnson's roommate, Randy Wicker, in which he provides updates on his life and business, the household, and close friends. The letter inc... -
Update & Report to All Concerned from Randy Wicker on Marsha's Death
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Wicker, Randy Date: Jul. 12, 1992 Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, QTPOC, Roommates, Transfeminine people Subject: Bill Dobbs, Jeremiah Newton, John Gray, Marsha P. Johnson, Queer Nation, Randy Wicker, Sergeant John Mullally Description: Content Warning: This item contains homophobic language. -
Update Following March on the Sixth Precinct
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Wicker, Randy Date: Jul. 24, 1992 Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, QTPOC, Roommates, Transfeminine people Subject: Anti-Violence Project, Bill Dobbs, Jeremiah Newton, John Gray, Marsha P. Johnson, Randy Wicker, Sergeant John Mullally, Stonewall Inn, Susan Lori Description: An update on the status of the investigation into the death of Marsha P. Johnson and her friends' attempts to hold investigators accountable. -
Certificate of Death for Marsha P. Johnson
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Date: Jul. 9, 1992 Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, QTPOC, Transfeminine people Subject: Marsha P. Johnson Description: Marsha P. Johnson's death certificate with the original, highly contested cause of death. -
Birth Registration Certificate for Marsha P. Johnson
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Date: Aug. 27, 1945 Topics: Birth certificates, Black transgender people, Drag queens, QTPOC, Transfeminine people Subject: Marsha P. Johnson Description: Marsha P. Johnson's birth certificate issued by the city of Elizabeth, New Jersey -
Pride Parade Letter from Peter Dvarackas to Randy Wicker
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Dvarackas, Peter Date: Jul. 6, 1987 Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, Gay pride, HIV/AIDS, QTPOC, Roommates, Transfeminine people Subject: ACT UP, Harvey Fierstein, Hell Fire, Man Hole, Marsha P. Johnson, Peter Dvarackas, Randy Wicker, Rev. John McNeill, Sybil Bruncheon Description: Content Warning: This item contains racist and transphobic language. -
A Letter Written by Randy Wicker to Ali
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Wicker, Randy Date: Nov. 3, 1982 Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, Gay men, QTPOC, Roommates, Transfeminine people Subject: Marsha P. Johnson, Randy Wicker, Willie Brashears Description: A Thanksgiving letter from Randy Wicker to Ali based in Cairo, Egypt. Wicker discusses how he first became roommates with Marsha P. Johnson through Willie Brashears. -
Here's to Marsha
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Ballard, Roland Date: Nov. 25, 1995 Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, Gay men, Gay pride, QTPOC, Roommates, Transfeminine people Subject: Gay Liberation Front Description: A letter from Roland Ballard to Randy Wicker containing a photograph of Marsha P. Johnson at the New York City 1987 Pride Parade. -
A Photograph of Sylvia Rivera Surrounded by a Large Crowd at Weinstein Hall Demonstration
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: Sep. 14, 1970 Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: New York University (NYU), Sylvia Rivera, Weinstein Hall Demonstration Description: Sylvia Rivera framed by fellow demonstrators outside of a casino in New York City during Weinstein Hall Demonstration. -
A Nighttime Photograph of Protestors Talking as Sylvia Rivera Holds a Sign in the Background
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: Sep. 14, 1970 Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: New York University (NYU), Sylvia Rivera, Weinstein Hall Demonstration Description: Black and white photograph of many protestors at Weinstein Hall Demonstration. Sylvia Rivera holds sign and looks onto a group of protestors conversing. -
The Marsha P. Johnson March
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Miller, Bobby Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, QTPOC, Transfeminine people Subject: Marsha P. Johnson Description: A collage featuring a poem about Marsha P. Johnson and a photograph of her smiling at the camera wearing a headdress of feathers and flowers. -
Death of a Drag Queen Follow-up
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Newman, Andy Date: Oct. 20, 1992 Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, Gay men, QTPOC, Roommates, Transfeminine people Description: A short follow-up article that conveys new information about the circumstances surrounding Marsha P. Johnson's death. -
Sylvia Rivera Walking with the Gay Liberation Front
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: circa 1969 to 1972 Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ activists, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Venezuelan Americans Subject: Gay Liberation Front, Sylvia Rivera Description: A collection of photos of Gay Liberation Front demonstrators — including Sylvia Rivera (third from right) — walking down the street, circa 1969-1972. -
Sylvia Rivera Linking Arms at New York University Weinstein Hall Demonstration
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: Sep. 14, 1970 Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: New York University (NYU), Sylvia Rivera, Weinstein Hall Demonstration Description: Sylvia Rivera linking arms with other protesters at the New York University Weinstein Hall Demonstration in 1970. -
Photograph of Sylvia Rivera Protesting at Weinstein Hall Demonstration
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: Sep. 14, 1970 Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: New York University (NYU), Sylvia Rivera, Weinstein Hall Demonstration Description: A black and white photograph of Sylvia Rivera, holding a sign during a demonstration at NYU. The sign says, "Power To The People." -
Marsha P. Johnson Stands with Weinstein Hall Demonstrators
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: Sep. 14, 1970 Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, QTPOC, Transfeminine people Subject: Marsha P. Johnson, New York University (NYU), Weinstein Hall Demonstration Description: Marsha P. Johnson stands alongside protesters marching at Weinstein Hall holding a pro-gay sign. -
A Photograph of Sylvia Rivera Gathered with Other Protesters
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: Sep. 14, 1970 Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: New York University (NYU), Sylvia Rivera, Weinstein Hall Demonstration Description: A black and white photograph of Sylvia Rivera and other protesters holding signs at the Weinstein Hall Demonstration. Sylvia's sign reads: "Power to The People." -
A Photograph of Sylvia Rivera and Other Protesters with Fists Raised at Weinstein Hall Demonstration
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: Sep. 14, 1970 Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: New York University (NYU), Sylvia Rivera, Weinstein Hall Demonstration Description: A black and white photograph of Sylvia Rivera standing among protestors with their fists raised in the air at the Weinstein Hall Demonstration. -
Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera in Crowd at New York City Hall Demonstration
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: circa 1969 to 1972 Topics: Black transgender people, Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ activists, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: Gay Liberation Front, Marsha P. Johnson, Sylvia Rivera Description: Sylvia Rivera and Marsha P. Johnson are featured in the back left of the crowd at the Gay Liberation Front demonstration at New York City Hall, circa 1969-1972. -
Sylvia Rivera Holds "Power to the People" Sign at Weinstein Hall Demonstration
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: Sep. 14, 1970 Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: New York University (NYU), Sylvia Rivera, Weinstein Hall Demonstration Description: A black and white photo of Sylvia Rivera protesting at the Weinstein Hall Demonstration with other demonstrators. She is holding a sign that states "Power to the People." -
Photograph of Sylvia Rivera Carrying a Sign at Weinstein Hall Demonstration
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: Sep. 14, 1970 Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: New York University (NYU), Sylvia Rivera, Weinstein Hall Demonstration Description: Black and white photograph of Sylvia Rivera holding a sign that reads "Power to The People" at the Weinstein Hall Demonstration. -
Sylvia Rivera with Protestors at NYU Weinstein Hall Demonstration
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: Sep. 14, 1970 Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: Sylvia Rivera, Weinstein Hall Demonstration Description: Black and white photograph of Sylvia Rivera and protestors holding pro-gay signs at Weinstein Hall. -
Photographs of Sylvia Rivera and Protesters Gathered in Front of Building
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: Sep. 14, 1970 Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: New York University (NYU), Street Transvestites Action Revolutionaries (STAR), Sylvia Rivera, Weinstein Hall Demonstration Description: Black and white photographs of protesters, including Sylvia Rivera, gathered in front of a building at Weinstein Hall Demonstration. -
A Photograph of Sylvia Rivera and Other Protesters Marching
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: Sep. 14, 1970 Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: Sylvia Rivera, Weinstein Hall Demonstration Description: A black and white photograph of a protester holding a sign that reads "support gay demands at NYU" marching with Sylvia Rivera and others at the Weinstein Hall Demonstration. -
Sylvia Rivera, Marsha P. Johnson, and Gay Liberation Front Demonstrators at City Hall in New York
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: 1969 to 1972 Topics: Black transgender people, Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Transfeminine people, Venezuelan Americans Subject: Marsha P. Johnson, Sylvia Rivera Description: Sylvia Rivera and Marsha P. Johnson walking near the front of a group of demonstrators outside of City Hall in New York. -
Photographs of Sylvia Rivera and Other Protesters Marching with Signs
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: Sep. 14, 1970 Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: New York University (NYU), Occupation, Street Transvestites Action Revolutionaries (STAR), Sylvia Rivera, Weinstein Hall Demonstration Description: Black and white photographs of Sylvia Rivera and protesters holding signs. One protester's sign reads, "Our Goal is to Love in Peace." -
Photographs of Sylvia Rivera at the Front of a Group of Clapping Protesters
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: Sep. 14, 1970 Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: New York University (NYU), Sylvia Rivera, Weinstein Hall Demonstration Description: Black and white photograph of Sylvia Rivera standing at the front of a group of protesters who are clapping. -
Photograph of Sylvia Rivera and Protestors Holding Papers in Front of a Building Entrance
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: Sep. 14, 1970 Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: New York University (NYU), Sylvia Rivera, Weinstein Hall Demonstration Description: Black and white photographs of Sylvia Rivera dressed in a dark leather jacket, holding papers in front of a building entrance with others during the Weinstein Hall Demonstration. Other protesters s... -
Sylvia Rivera at New York City Hall Demonstration
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: circa 1969 to 1972 Topics: Black transgender people, Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ activists, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: Gay Liberation Front, Marsha P. Johnson, Sylvia Rivera Description: Photographs featuring Sylvia Rivera participating in a Gay Liberation Front demonstration in front of New York City Hall, circa 1969-1972. March P. Johnson can be seen in a similar photo in "Relate... -
Sylvia Rivera and Gay Liberation Front Demonstrators at City Hall, New York
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: 1969 to 1972 Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: Sylvia Rivera Description: A photo of demonstrators outside City Hall. Sylvia Rivera is in the center of the frame, looking down. -
Photograph of Sylvia Rivera and Others Protesting while People in Lab Coats Walk Past
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: Sep. 14, 1970 Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: New York University (NYU), Occupation, Street Transvestites Action Revolutionaries (STAR), Sylvia Rivera, Weinstein Hall Demonstration Description: Black and white photograph of Sylvia Rivera and others holding signs in protest while people in white lab coats walk past them during the Weinstein Hall Demonstration. Sylvia's sign reads, "Communi... -
Sylvia Rivera Holds Sign With Protesters Against Brick Wall
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: Sep. 14, 1970 Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: New York University (NYU), Sylvia Rivera, Weinstein Hall Demonstration Description: Sylvia Rivera and fellow protesters hold signs with pro-gay messages at the Weinstein Hall demonstration. -
1993 Xmas Letter and George Flimlin Memorial
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Wicker, Randy Date: 1993 Topics: Birthday cakes, Black transgender people, Drag queens, Gay men, HIV/AIDS, Indigenous transgender people, QTPOC, Roommates, Trans women, Transfeminine people Subject: Cocoa Rodriguez, David Combs, George Flimlin, Marsha P. Johnson, Randy Wicker, The Anvil, Uplift Lighting, Willie Brashears Description: Content Warning: This item contains homophobic language. -
Sylvia Rivera with Gay Liberation Front Demonstrators Holding a Banner at City Hall, New York
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: 1969 to 1972 Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: Gay Liberation Front, Sylvia Rivera Description: A photo of demonstrators outside New York City Hall. Sylvia Rivera is among them, and behind her are two individuals holding a banner that reads "Gay Liberation Front Women." -
Photograph of Marsha P. Johnson Walking Arm in Arm with Another Protester
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: Sep. 14, 1970 Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, QTPOC, Transfeminine people Subject: Marsha P. Johnson, New York University (NYU), Street Transvestites Action Revolutionaries (STAR), Weinstein Hall Demonstration Description: A black and white photograph of Marsha P. Johnson walking arm in arm with another protester followed by a large group at the Weinstein Hall Demonstration. -
Marsha P. Johnson Marching with Gay Liberation Front Demonstrators at City Hall, New York
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: 1969 to 1972 Topics: Black transgender people, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, QTPOC, Transfeminine people Subject: Gay Liberation Front, Marsha P. Johnson Description: A photo of Gay Liberation Front demonstrators marching outside of City Hall. Marsha P. Johnson is among them, standing in the back left of the frame. -
Sylvia Rivera with "Gay Power Now" Sign at Gay Liberation Front Demonstration at City Hall, New York
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: 1969 to 1972 Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: Sylvia Rivera Description: A photo of Sylvia Rivera at a Gay Liberation Front demonstration. She is standing outside New York City Hall and holding a sign that reads "Gay Power Now" and wearing a dark button down shirt. -
Sylvia Rivera Stands Listening with Group of Protestors at Weinstein Hall Demonstration
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: Sep. 14, 1970 Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: Sylvia Rivera Description: Black and white photographs of Sylvia Rivera gathered at the Weinstein Hall Demonstration at night time. -
Photographs of Sylvia Rivera Seated and Surrounded by Protestors at the Weinstein Hall Demonstration
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: Sep. 14, 1970 Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: New York University (NYU), Sylvia Rivera, Weinstein Hall Demonstration Description: Black and white photographs of Sylvia Rivera seated on a step outdoors surrounded by other protesters at the Weinstein Hall Demonstration. -
A Photograph of Sylvia Rivera and Small Group of Protesters Standing Together
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: Sep. 14, 1970 Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Description: A black and white photograph of Sylvia Rivera and a small group of protesters standing together, holding flyers at Weinstein Hall Demonstration. -
A Photograph of Sylvia Rivera and Protesters with Signs, Standing Outside of a Building Entrance
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: Sep. 14, 1970 Topics: Gay rights, Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Venezuelan Americans Subject: New York University (NYU), Sylvia Rivera, Weinstein Hall Demonstration Description: A black and white photograph of Sylvia Rivera and a large group of protesters with gay activism signs at Weinstein Hall Demonstration. -
A Photograph of Sylvia Rivera and Three Protesters Standing Together with Signs
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: Sep. 14, 1970 Topics: Gay rights, Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Queer men, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: New York University (NYU), Sylvia Rivera, Weinstein Hall Demonstration Description: A black and white photograph of Sylvia Rivera and other protesters gathered together at the Weinstein Hall Demonstration. -
Photograph of Sylvia Rivera and Other Protesters in Front of Weinstein Hall
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: Sep. 14, 1970 Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: New York University (NYU), Sylvia Rivera, Weinstein Hall Demonstration Description: Black and white photograph of Sylvia Rivera and other protesters standing with their first in the air in front of Weinstein Hall. -
A Photograph of Sylvia Rivera and Other Protestors Listening to a Speaker
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: Sep. 14, 1970 Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: New York University (NYU), Sylvia Rivera, Weinstein Hall Demonstration Description: A black and white photograph of Sylvia Rivera and other protesters gathered together as one addresses the group at the Weinstein Hall Demonstration. -
Photograph of Sylvia Rivera at the Front of a Group of Protesters
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: New York Public Library Creator: Davies, Diana Date: Sep. 14, 1970 Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ demonstrations, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: New York University (NYU), Sylvia Rivera, Weinstein Hall Demonstration Description: A black and white photograph of Sylvia Rivera standing at the front of a group of protesters at the Weinstein Hall Demonstration -
1992 Good Riddance to You!
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Wicker, Randy Date: Dec. 1992 Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, Gay men, QTPOC, Roommates, Stonewall riots, Transfeminine people Subject: Christopher Street Liberation Day March, George Flimlin, Heritage of Pride, Irish Lesbian and Gay Organization (ILGO), John Klar, Street Transvestites Action Revolutionaries (STAR), Tom Duane, Willie Brashears Description: Content Warning: This item contains potentially sensitive material related to suicide. -
1991 Xmas Letter
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Wicker, Randy Date: Dec. 1991 Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, Fourth of July, Gay pride, Halloween, QTPOC, Saint Patrick's Day, Transfeminine people Subject: ACT UP, Annual AIDS Candlelight Memorial Service, Christopher Street Liberation Day March, David Combs, David Dinkins, John Heliker, Marsha P. Johnson, Montauk, PWA Coalition, Stonewall Inn Description: The 1991 issue of an annual newsletter written by Marsha P. Johnson's roommate, Randy Wicker, in which he provides updates on his life and business, the household, and close friends. The newsletter... -
1989 Happy Holidays 1990
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Wicker, Randy Date: 1990 Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, Gay men, HIV/AIDS, Medical care, QTPOC, Roommates, Transfeminine people, Weddings Subject: David Combs, Heritage of Pride, Marsha P. Johnson, Project AIDS Memorial Quilt, Randy Wicker Description: The 1990 issue of an annual newsletter written by Marsha P. Johnson's roommate, Randy Wicker, in which he provides updates on his life and business, the household, and close friends. This issue is ... -
1987 So Proud of You, Son Merry Christmas 1988
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Wicker, Randy Date: Dec. 21, 1988 Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, Lesbians, QTPOC, Roommates, Stealth (Transgender), Transfeminine people Subject: David Combs, Heritage of Pride, Marsha P. Johnson, Randy Wicker, Uplift Lighting, Willie Brashears Description: Content warning: This item contains potentially sensitive material related to suicide. -
1985 Season's Greetings 1986
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Wicker, Randy Date: 1986 Topics: Black transgender people, Christmas, Drag queens, Gay men, QTPOC, Roommates, Trans women, Transfeminine people Subject: Christopher Street Liberation Day Committee (CSLDC), Christopher Street Liberation Day March, David Combs, Ed Koch, Malú, Marsha P. Johnson, People with AIDS Coalition, Randy Wicker, Willie Brashears Description: The 1986 issue of an annual newsletter written by Marsha P. Johnson's roommate, Randy Wicker, in which he provides updates on his life and business, the household, and close friends. The author exp... -
1985 Xmas Letter
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Wicker, Randy Date: 1985 Topics: Black transgender people, Christmas, Drag queens, Gay men, QTPOC, Roommates, Transfeminine people Subject: David Combs, George Flimlin, Marsha P. Johnson, Randy Wicker, Willie Brashears Description: A partial draft of the 1985 issue of an annual newsletter written by Marsha P. Johnson's roommate, Randy Wicker, that was never completed or sent. The author mentions that it has been a difficult y... -
Season's Greetings 1984
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Wicker, Randy Date: 1984 Topics: Black transgender people, Burlesque (Theater), Christmas, Drag queens, Gay men, HIV/AIDS, New Year, QTPOC, Roommates, Sex work, Transfeminine people Subject: David Combs, George Flimlin, Jack Nichols, Jim Kepner, Marsha P. Johnson, Michael Toy, Randy Wicker, Uplift Lighting Description: The 1984 issue of an annual newsletter written by Marsha P. Johnson's roommate, Randy Wicker, in which he provides updates on his life and business, the household, and close friends. This issue inc... -
Here's Laughing with You - 1983
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Wicker, Randy Date: Dec. 21, 1983 Topics: Black transgender people, Christmas, Drag queens, Gay men, New Year, QTPOC, Sex work, Transfeminine people Subject: David Combs, Marsha P. Johnson, Randy Wicker, Willie Brashears Description: Content warning: This item contains nudity and racist language. -
A Collage of Six Polaroids of Melissa Posing with Friends
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, Mexicans, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: Melissa, Sylvia Rivera, Uplift Lighting Description: A collage of six polaroids. In each, Melissa poses with a different friend at Randy Wicker's store, Uplift Lighting. The names of the people pictured are visible in black marker on four of the pola... -
Letters to the Editor
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Wicker, Randy Date: Jan. 25, 1997 Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, QTPOC, Transfeminine people Subject: Marsha P. Johnson, Randy Wicker Description: A letter from Randy Wicker in which he expresses frustration at seeing police officers protest directly outside of the Sixth Precinct after a march on the precinct in honor of Marsha was stopped a ... -
A polaroid of Sylvia Rivera and Melissa with Their Arms around Each Other
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, Mexicans, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: Melissa, Sylvia Rivera, Uplift Lighting Description: A polaroid of Sylvia Rivera and Melissa standing cheek to cheek with their arms around each at Uplift Lighting. "Love Always Sylvia Rivera To Salvador" is written across the bottom in black ink. -
"Can You Spare a Dime for a Dying Queen?"
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, Gay men, QTPOC, Roommates, Transfeminine people Subject: David Dinkins, Margaret Hill, Marsha P. Johnson, Randy Wicker Description: An article that describes the celebratory feel of a memorial for Marsha P. Johnson and provides a brief overview of her life. -
Memorial for Marsha
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Date: Aug. 23, 1992 Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, Memorials, QTPOC, Transfeminine people Subject: Marsha P. Johnson, Randy Wicker Description: A newspaper clipping announcing a memorial for Marsha P. Johnson. -
An Announcement for a Demonstration Demanding Justice for Marsha P. Johnson
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, QTPOC, Transfeminine people Subject: Marsha P. Johnson, Queer Nation Description: A leaflet from the "Justice for Marsha" group formed by Queer Nation announcing a demonstration to demand justice for Marsha P. Johnson's death. -
Needed Systematic Changes
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Wicker, Randy Date: Nov. 14, 1993 Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, QTPOC, Transfeminine people Subject: Marsha P. Johnson, Randy Wicker, Uplift Lighting Description: A document in which Randy Wicker outlines that systemic problems that he believes contributed to a lack of action in the investigation of Marsha P. Johnson's death. -
Marsha P. Johnson Stonewall Survivor Dies One Week After 1992's Gay Pride Celebration
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Wicker, Randy Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, Gay men, QTPOC, Stonewall riots, Transfeminine people Subject: Andrew Stein, Anti Violence Project, David Dinkins, Marsha P. Johnson, Randy Wicker, Tom Duane Description: Content Warning: This item contains homophobic language. -
If Only I Could Talk, I'd Say This to Marsha
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, Gay men, QTPOC, Transfeminine people Subject: George Flimlin, Koo-ee Nu, Marsha P. Johnson, Randy Wicker Description: A letter to Marsha P. Johnson written from the perspective of Koo-ee Nu, a dog belonging to her roommate Randy Wicker and his partner, David. -
A Rainbow Flag for Marsha
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Wicker, Randy Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, Memorials, QTPOC, Rainbow flags, Transfeminine people Subject: George Pabon, Icon of the Anvil, Marsha P. Johnson Description: A reflective essay in which Marsha P. Johnson's roommate, Randy Wicker, considers how to best memorialize her. -
Lavender Balloon: A Poem by Marsha P. Johnson
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Johnson, Marsha P. Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, QTPOC, Transfeminine people Description: A poem written by Marsha P. Johnson titled "Lavender Balloon." -
Just a Little Note
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Capilano, Bob Date: Jul. 3, 1990 Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, QTPOC, Transfeminine people Subject: Marsha P. Johnson Description: A personal letter to Marsha P. Johnson from a friend reflecting on a night out. -
Birthday Wishes Especially for You
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Johnson, Marsha P. Date: Feb. 3, 1989 Topics: Birthday cards, Black transgender people, Drag queens, Gay men, QTPOC, Roommates, Transfeminine people Subject: Marsha P. Johnson, Randy Wicker Description: A birthday card from Marsha P. Johnson to Randy Wicker. -
To My Special Friend
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Johnson, Marsha P. Date: Feb. 3, 1987 Topics: Birthday cards, Black transgender people, Drag queens, QTPOC, Roommates, Transfeminine people Subject: Marsha P. Johnson, Randy Wicker Description: A birthday card from Marsha P. Johnson to Randy Wicker with a handwritten note. -
"Hudson River Killers Continue Their Rampage !!"
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Wicker, Randy Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, QTPOC, Transfeminine people Subject: Bennie Toney, Lee Pitts, Marsha P. Johnson, Randy Wicker, Uplift Lighting Description: A collage of articles reporting on deaths that occurred under circumstances similar to the death of Marsha P. Johnson with notes by Randy Wicker. -
To Honor Bambi: The Last Request
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, QTPOC, Stonewall riots, Transfeminine people Subject: Eddie Murphy, Gay Liberation Allows Drag, Marsha P. Johnson Description: A short article covering the death of Bambi, a Stonewall Riot participant, that includes photos of Marsha P. Johnson fulfilling Bambi's final wishes. -
Among the Saints
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Wicker, Randy Date: Aug. 23, 1992 Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, Gay men, QTPOC, Roommates, Transfeminine people Subject: AIDS Atheist Ministry, Karen Zeigler, Marsha P. Johnson Description: A published response from Marsha P. Johnson's roommate, Randy Wicker, in which he clarifies remarks that appeared in an earlier article covering Marsha's memorial. -
The Case of Marsha's Death: Mystery on the Waterfront
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Solnik, Claude Date: Jul. 15, 1992 Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, Gay pride, QTPOC, Transfeminine people Subject: Gay and Lesbian Anti-Violence Project (AVP), Gay Liberation Front, Hot Peaches, Marsha P. Johnson, Randy Wicker, Stonewall Rebellion, Uplift Lighting Description: Clippings of an article from The New Villager in which the author speculates about the cause of Marsha P. Johnson's death. -
A Page from Frontiers Featuring a Photo of Marsha P. Johnson Posing in a Gown
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Date: Jul. 19, 1991 Topics: Black transgender people, Chest harnesses, Drag queens, Gay pride, Lesbian pride, QTPOC, Transfeminine people Subject: Marsha P. Johnson Description: A page from Frontiers featuring a photo of Marsha P. Johnson posing in a gown in the center of the page. "Boston," "Cleveland," and "Baltimore" appear in large front among several candid photos. -
Police Review Earlier Ruling on Cause of 'Marsha's' Death
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Date: Dec. 16, 1992 Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, QTPOC, Transfeminine people Subject: Gay and Lesbian Anti-Violence Project (AVP), Marsha P. Johnson, Stonewall Description: An article in The Villager reporting that police will submit additional evidence that may lead to a change in Marsha P. Johnson's official cause of death. -
Death of a Legend
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Harrold, Max Date: Aug. 9, 1992 Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, Gay men, Lesbians, QTPOC, Roommates, Stonewall riots, Transfeminine people Subject: Bob Leach, George Flimlin, Marsha P. Johnson, Randy Wicker Description: "An article covering a memorial for Marsha P. Johnson held on July 26, 1992 at Duane Methodist Church." -
Lesbian, Gays, Pals in 22nd Parade
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Chittum, Samme, Maeder, Jay Date: Jul. 1, 1991 Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, Dykes on bikes, Gay pride, Lesbian pride, QTPOC, Transfeminine people Subject: ACT UP, Anti-Sexist Men's Action Network, Farm Dykes, Lesbians for Patsy Cline, Marsha P. Johnson, Pink Panther Patrol, Transsexuals for Change Description: A news article covering the 22nd Pride Parade. -
Pride of Place
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Yaeger, Lynn Date: Jul. 2, 1996 Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, Gay men, QTPOC, Roommates, Stonewall riots, Transfeminine people Subject: Craig Rodwell, Lauren Gutenburg, Marsha P. Johnson, Martin Duberman, Randy Wicker, Uplift Lighting, William Offenbaker Description: An article featuring an interview with Marsha P. Johnson's former roomate, who also employed Sylvia Rivera at the time. -
Police Reverses Suicide Designation of Marsha P. Johnson's Death
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Stonewall News Date: Dec. 28, 1992 Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, QTPOC, Transfeminine people Subject: Bea Hanson, Gay and Lesbian Anti-Violence Project (AVP), Marsha P. Johnson Description: An article in the Stonewall News describing the reclassification of Marsha P. Johnson's cause of death. -
Marsha P. Johnson: Police Stonewall Murder
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Wicker, Randy Date: 1993 Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, Murder, QTPOC, Transfeminine people Subject: Heritage of Pride, Marsha P. Johnson, Randy Wicker, Stonewall Description: An article that describes responses to Marsha P. Johnson's death, including the re-classification of her cause of death. A version of the clipping annotated by Randy Wicker is also included here. -
A New York Times Obituary for Marsha P. Johnson
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Heritage of Pride Date: Jul. 16, 1992 Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, QTPOC, Stonewall riots, Transfeminine people Subject: Andy Warhol, Heritage of Pride, Hot Peaches, Marsha P. Johnson Description: An obituary for Marsha P. Johnson that appeared in the New York Times. A version of the clipping annotated by Randy Wicker is also included here. -
Why Are the Stonewall Veterans Protesting?
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Date: 1996 Topics: Gay men, Latino/a/x transgender people, Lesbians, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Stonewall riots, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: Ivan Valentin, Randy Wicker, Stephen Van Cline, Stonewall Veterans' Association, Sylvia Rivera, William Henderson Description: A flyer explaining why Stonewall veterans are protesting a film release. -
Travel Document for Sylvia Rivera
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Date: Sep. 7, 1962 Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: Sylvia Rivera Description: A travel document stamped by Immigration and Naturalization Services upon Sylvia Rivera's return to New York. -
A Bank Authorization Card for Sylvia Rivera
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Chase Bank Date: Sep. 1999 Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: Randy Wicker, Sylvia Rivera, Uplift Lighting Description: A bank card authorizing Sylvia Rivera to cash salary checks from Uplift Inc. -
A letter from a photographer to Randy Wicker
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Giard, Robert Date: Jan. 18, 1999 Topics: Gay men, Latino/a/x transgender people, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Stonewall riots, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: Don Lucas, Hal Call, Harry Hay, Jack Nichols, José Sarria, Martin Duberman, Robert Giard, Stonewall, Sylvia Rivera, Uplift Lighting Description: A letter to Randy Wicker from a photographer asking to be connected to Sylvia Rivera to take her portrait. -
Personal Letter to Sylvia Rivera
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Wicker, Randy Date: Unknown Topics: Gay men, Latino/a/x transgender people, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: Sylvia Rivera Description: A personal letter to Sylvia Rivera regarding a job offer and dental work. -
An Obituary for Marsha P. Johnson
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Rist, Curtis Date: Jul. 10, 1992 Topics: Black transgender people, LGBTQ+ obituaries, QTPOC, Transfeminine people Subject: Marsha P. Johnson Description: Obituary for Marsha P. Johnson. -
Program for the Third Annual Harvest Moon Cabaret
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Hot Peaches Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, Drag performers, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC, Transfeminine people Subject: Hot Peaches, Marsha P. Johnson Description: Program for the Third Annual Harvest Moon Cabaret, performed by the Hot Peaches and hosted by Marsha P. Johnson. -
Press Release Advertising a Reward for Information on the Murder of Marsha P. Johnson
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: New York City Gay and Lesbian Anti-Violence Project Date: Jul. 23, 1992 Topics: Black transgender people, Murder--Investigation, Murders of LGBTQ+ people, QTPOC, Transfeminine people Subject: Marsha P. Johnson Description: A press release asking for information on Marsha P. Johnson's murder and whereabouts during the last days of her life. -
Marsha P. Johnson Memorial Street Festival
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, LGBTQ+ activism, QTPOC, Trans women Subject: Marsha P. Johnson, The Lady Bunny Description: A leaflet for a memorial festival for Marsha P. Johnson held in front of the Stonewall Inn. -
Marsha's Script for the Third Annual Harvest Moon Cabaret
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Hot Peaches Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, Drag performers, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC, Transfeminine people Subject: Hot Peaches Description: Marsha P. Johnson's script for the Third Annual Harvest Moon Cabaret, performed by the Hot Peaches. -
Marsha's Script for the First Harvest Moon Cabaret
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Hot Peaches Date: Unknown Topics: Black transgender people, Drag performers, LGBTQ+ theater, QTPOC, Transfeminine people Subject: Hot Peaches, International Chrysis, Marsha P. Johnson Description: Marsha P. Johnson's script for her role as host of the first Harvest Moon Cabaret, performed by the drag theater company the Hot Peaches. -
Hot Peaches Leaflet
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Hot Peaches Date: Unknown Topics: Drag performers, LGBTQ+ theater Subject: Hot Peaches Description: A leaflet advertising a performance by the Hot Peaches, a drag theater company whose notable members included Marsha P. Johnson. -
A Photograph of Sylvia Rivera Celebrating Her Release from Jail
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Distelhorst, David C. Date: Nov. 14, 2000 Topics: Arrests of LGBTQ+ people, Latino/a/x transgender people, LGBTQ+ activism, LGBTQ+ religious people, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: Soulforce, Sylvia Rivera Description: A black-and-white photograph of Sylvia Rivera celebrating her release from jail following a demonstration by Soulforce, a Christian LGBTQ+ group. Sylvia is dressed in a white longsleeve t-shirt and... -
A Photograph of Sylvia Rivera Sitting on a Brick Stoop
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Date: Unknown Topics: Latino/a/x transgender people, Puerto Rican women, QTPOC, Trans women, Venezuelan Americans Subject: Sylvia Rivera Description: A black-and-white photograph of Sylvia Rivera sitting on a brick stoop. She is wearing a dark mini dress with short, sheer sleeves. -
A Cartoon Drawing of Marsha P. Johnson
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Quigley, Joe Date: 1992? Topics: Black transgender people, Drag queens, LGBTQ+ cartoons, Transfeminine people Subject: Marsha P. Johnson Description: An ink drawing of Marsha P. Johnson smiling, done in a cartoon style. -
"Justice for Marsha Now!" Collage Poster
Collection: Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera Collection Institution: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center Creator: Date: 1992? Topics: Black transgender people, Concealed carry of firearms, Drag queens, Firearms in art, Gay activism, LGBTQ+ memorials, Transfeminine people Subject: Marsha P. Johnson Description: A black-and-white collage poster urging mobilization after Marsha P. Johnson's death. The collaged letters read, "Justice for Marsha now! Pack a piece in your purse be a sister of fear! Gays unite ...