Lesbian Herstory Archives

This welcoming Brooklyn home houses the world’s largest collection of materials documenting lesbian lives.

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  • 484 14th St
  • 4.8 (51 reviews)
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Description

The archive gathers and preserves an astonishing inventory of books, photos, and personal records, ranging from community donations to files from historical legal cases. Visitors explore the collections inside the gorgeous old house, supported by helpful volunteers who help navigate the shelves. The building is equipped with a wheelchair lift, and the archive focuses on ensuring future generations have ready access to these records of lesbian lives and activities.


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Reservation: RequiredWheelchair-accessible entranceFeatures a wheelchair lift.Wheelchair liftCheck open days