HISTORY = PRIDE

HISTORY = PRIDE — and nowhere is that more evident than within the museums, libraries, and archives that safeguard our community’s stories. At Stonewall, where access to information and the sharing of that information is central to our mission, we are proud to introduce a major new initiative: On the Shoulders of Heroes.

Supported in part by a generous grant from Anne-Marie van der Velde and F. Kendall Sharp, this evolving digital project documents the individuals, organizations, and historic moments that have shaped the LGBTQ+ community across decades and centuries.

A Living, Expanding Archive

On the Shoulders of Heroes continually grows to include:

• Names and biographies of LGBTQ+ trailblazers

• Speeches, oral histories, and archival video

• Connections between people, movements, and historic events

• Organizations and community efforts that advanced equality and visibility

This dynamic resource is designed to illuminate the depth, breadth, and interconnectedness of LGBTQ+ history — and to ensure that these stories remain accessible to all.

Free and Accessible to Everyone

This educational tool is free and available to anyone with a computer or mobile device. While we know there is still much work ahead to include every voice and every story that belongs in this digital home, we are committed to building an inclusive, expansive, and ever-growing platform.

We welcome community suggestions and contributions as we continue shaping this robust and illuminating resource.

Explore the Project

Visit the site and explore the heroes who built our movement: 👉 www.heroeslgbtq.org