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Gilbert Baker collection

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Gilbert Baker flag collection 2002-41 1 Descriptive Summary Title: Gilbert Baker flag collection Dates: circa 1978-2002 Collection Number: 2002-41 Creator/Collector: Baker, Gilbert Extent: 4.8 linear feet Repository: GLBT Historical Society San Francisco, California 94103 Abstract: Gilbert Baker was an artist, rights activist, and designer of the flag as a symbol for LGBTQ pride. Baker donated 4 signed oversize rainbow backed on white canvas to GLBTHS. The collection also includes Baker’s silkscreens from the celebrations in 1978-1979 and matted photographs from a Exhibit from 2002 at GLBTHS. Language of Material: English Access Collection is open for research. Preferred Citation Gilbert Baker flag collection. GLBT Historical Society Scope and Content of Collection Gilbert Baker was an artist, gay rights activist, and designer of the rainbow flag as a symbol for LGBTQ pride. Baker donated 4 signed oversize rainbow flags backed on white canvas to GLBTHS. The collection also includes Baker’s silkscreens from the Gay Pride celebrations in 1978-1979 and matted photographs from a Rainbow Flag Exhibit from 2002 at GLBTHS. GSSO linked terms: http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/GSSO_000374; http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/GSSO_001021; http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/GSSO_004299 Indexing Terms Pride parades Drag

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