Since 2010 Bishopsgate Institute’s Special Collections and Archives have digitised some of the most frequently researched and significant material from its collections.

Our LGBTQIA+ Archives Online pages provide access to this content and allow researchers from all over the world to consult our renowned collections.

Collections

The Lavender Letter
Lesbians Talk Issues
Black Lesbian and Gay Centre
London Pride: 1980s
London Pride: 1990s
London Pride: 1970s
Out Magazine: Campaign for Homosexual Equality
Come Together: Gay Liberation Front

What We Do

Proudly independent since 1895, Bishopsgate Institute is a cultural venue in the City of London. Our beautiful Victorian building is a place for people to connect over a shared love of learning. We believe everyone’s history should be valued, and our special collections and archives document the experiences of everyday life, as well as the people who have campaigned for social, political and cultural change. Come on in to explore our archives, take a course, or hire our amazing spaces.

Collections

The Lavender Letter

Lesbians Talk Issues

Black Lesbian and Gay Centre

London Pride: 1980s

London Pride: 1990s

London Pride: 1970s

Out Magazine: Campaign for Homosexual Equality

Come Together: Gay Liberation Front

What We Do